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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed trumpeter Delbert Anderson, the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.A Diné jazz trumpet artist, composer, and educator, Delbert stands at the forefront of a vibrant Native American jazz scene. His work, deeply rooted in his Diné heritage, seamlessly integrates Navajo "spinning songs" of love, healing, and courtship with jazz and funk, thus marking him as a community-minded Indigenous individualist. Through his Delbert Anderson Quartet, Anderson revives the improvised sounds of the Diné circle, blending them with jazz, funk, and hip-hop. His compositions are inspired by Navajo Nation landscapes, historical events, and the desire to preserve and educate about Diné history. More: https://delbertanderson.com/ Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ 

Get a Taste of December and Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites: See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/ Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/  The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

From outdoor adventures and snow play to seasonal shopping, events and festivities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on winter and holiday fun in Tulare County, California.Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include - Holly Streit - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/ Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ 

Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast that focuses on Wine and Food Pairings, Gifts for Wine Lovers, Tasting Experiences, and of course, Peggy's Wine Term of the Month! CHECK OUT PEGGY'S HOLIDAY RECIPES & PAIRING TIPS:- Filet Mignon with Cognac Mushroom Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/filet-mignon-with-cognac-mushroom-sauce/ - Baked Glazed Ham: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/ - New Year Black Eyed Peas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/ - Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/ - Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/ - Pairing Wine with Chocolate: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/ Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/ This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Have you experienced the Hill Country of Texas? From wine tasting and live music, and history, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast is all about historic Fredericksburg, Texas. Fredericksburg is a small town with a big personality, where you can really sense the blend of cultures that shaped its character. From its roots as a German settlement in 1846, the town has managed to hold onto that Old World charm while embracing a bit of Texas spirit. And, with over 100 vineyards and tasting rooms in the region, this town has truly earned its place on the wine map. Then there's Luckenbach which became famous in the 1970s as a country music hotspot. Learn more at https://www.visitfredericksburgtx.com/ CHECK OUT SHARON'S ARTICLE about her adventures in Fredericksburg here: https://shebuystravel.com/things-to-do-in-fredericksburg-texas/Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/  Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/. 

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on visiting Asheville and supporting this popular mountain destination post Hurricane Helene.Featured Guests- KAREN WILSON, who along with her husband Steve, owns and runs The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/   ** See their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery - JAY SCHULTZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/ ** Also follow his social media accounts for his giveaway:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Spartan.Photo - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spartanphotoavl/ - NICOLE WILL - Co-Founder of Asheville Wellness Tours that offers customizable wellness and yoga retreats and experiences in the mountains of Western North Carolina. More at https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/ *** See their GOFUNDMe Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-wellness-tours-recovery LINKS OF SUPPORT (Thanks Nicole):* Elderflower Care: https://www.elderflowercommunity.org/ * Conserving Carolina: https://conservingcarolina.org/ * Asheville GreenWorks: https://www.ashevillegreenworks.org/ * Mountain True: https://mountaintrue.org/ * WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant Fund (For profit businesses with fewer than 100 employees - not industry specific!): https://www.mountainbizworks.org/helene/wnc-strong-rebuilding-together-grants-2/  * WE ARE Grant (Women Owned Businesses): https://weareasheville.org/pages/founding-member* Explore Asheville Voluntourism: https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/voluntourism-ways-give-back-when-visiting-asheville  Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/ 

'Tis the Season of Giving and this episode of Big Blend Radio explores the myriad of ways to support our parks, the arts, military, kids and families, and more. Enjoy these inspiring conversations that offer practical ideas for giving back. ON THIS EPISODE:- IVAN LEVIN gives an overview of the preservation and educational programs that the National Park Trust offers. Established in 1983, this non-profit dedicates 86% of its resources to park preservation and its youth, family, and military programs. Visit https://parktrust.org/  - CHRISTY WOOD, world champion horse trainer and author, talks about her fundraising efforts to support the Independence Fund in purchasing all-terrain track chairs and funding caregiver programs for wounded veterans. Visit: https://independencefund.org/ and keep up with Christy at https://wdnhorse.com/ - VICTORIA CHICK, an artist based in Silver City, New Mexico, talks about raising funds to build the Southwest ​Regional ​Museum ​of ​Art ​and ​Art ​Center, ​which would be the first fine art museum in southwest New Mexico. Learn more at https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/ and visit Victoria's site at https://victoriachick.com/ - CLIFFORD GARSTANG, an author and writer based in Staunton, Virginia talks about some of his local non-profits including the Heifetz International Music Institute - https://heifetzinstitute.org/; the Staunton Music Festival - https://www.stauntonmusicfestival.org/, and the American Shakespeare Center - https://americanshakespearecenter.com/. Learn more about Cliff's writing at https://cliffordgarstang.com/ - LISA EVANS, travel writer and author, talks about the Operational Christmas Child program through Samaritan's Purse, see: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/. She also discusses ways to give back to areas in need, and how to be a "Good Samaritan" during the holiday travel season. Keep up with Lisa at: https://writerlisa.com/ 

In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, award-winning and best selling author Mike Nemeth discusses his two Boomer Generation novels that revolve around the main character Eddie Kovacs. What a wonderful set of books for those from the boomer era and younger. More at: https://mikenemethauthor.com/

Do you have an equestrian or horse lover on your holiday shopping list? If so, check out this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring author and world champion horse trainer Christy Wood who talks about her various books and horse-related gifts that include horseshoe decor and more. Visit her website and online store here: https://wdnhorse.com/