WSHU arts & culture

America 250 is almost here! There are plenty of ways to celebrate around our region this summer and beyond.

Children in foster care need consistency and support. Good at Heart speaks with Connecticut CASA leaders and a foster family about making a difference.

Tim and Gretchen Teran found purpose through Plebeian Helpers, a volunteer group delivering humanitarian aid to Ukrainians affected by the ongoing war.

Comic, performer, teacher, and producer Lisa Lampanelli dropped by the studio to ruminate with WSHU's Randye Kaye on living a creative life, starting over and over again and knowing when to walk away.

Teaching is often called a calling, but it’s also increasingly challenging. In this episode of Good at Heart, host Randye Kaye speaks with two Connecticut educators about what it takes to teach students in today’s world.

Founded in 1973 by a music-loving furniture salesman, the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association has grown into the world’s largest chamber music competition. Executive Director Josh Aerie talks about the organization’s mission to support young musicians through competition, education, and outreach.

The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook celebrates its 10th anniversary, evolving from a private collection into a vibrant hub for jazz history, education and community on Long Island.

Greenwich High School student Vihaan Kamath started Cookies for a Cause to support families with children who are blind, need prosthetics, or are fighting cancer. He spoke with Good at Heart’s Randye Kaye about baking cookies in his home kitchen and donating 100% of the proceeds to help kids.

Suffolk County officials have announced special plans as the nation gears up for its 250th Fourth of July celebrations, including an art and history exhibit now on display at the H. Lee Dennison building in Hauppauge.

Everyone makes mistakes, but we all hope they’re forgotten as soon as possible. If you’re unlucky, though, your mistakes could be remembered for centuries.