Matt Maloof and Matt Downey kick off the first Arts on Fire LIVE by performing songs from Maloof's latest album "How'm I Doin?" and many more

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ABOUT AOF LIVE:
Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance!

The program was not only broadcast live, but also replayed during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA!

The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY.

All 2023 Arts on Fire LIVE performances are made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

Arts on Fire LIVE - Matt Maloof - January 12, 2023

10,000 Maniacs: Can’t Ignore the Train, all begins in Jamestown, a small forgotten factory town in the Western part of New York state where long winters and gray skies gave way to the nuanced sound of 10,000 Maniacs. The band’s global success arrived with their first major- label record deal in 1984, but the story begins with the local scene that built their creative voice 6 years prior.

10,000 Maniacs: "Can't Ignore The Train" Documentary - Episode 1

In part two, 10,000 Maniacs: Can’t Ignore the Train brings listeners a new sound. As the once heavily populated Jamestown music scene began to thin out, a new group with little to no musical training but a fervor for expression and an undeniable chemistry emerges with a hybrid of different styles.

10,000 Maniacs: "Can't Ignore The Train" Documentary - Episode 2

In part three, 10,000 Maniacs: Can’t Ignore the Train tracks how being the best band in Jamestown was no longer fulfilling and in November 1982 the band embarks on a new adventure with the promise of a recording contract and a new music scene to conquer.

10,000 Maniacs: "Can't Ignore The Train" Documentary - Episode 3

The fourth and final episode navigates the twists and turns of the band’s early success. As their affair with radio stations across the globe continues to expand we hear insight from music industry giants and familiar voices, that even far from home the band remains connected to their roots.

10,000 Maniacs: "Can't Ignore The Train" Documentary - Episode 4

Panel Discussion on 10,000 Maniacs: Can't Ignore The Train by founding members Dennis Drew, Steve Gustafson, and John Lombardo.

10,000 Maniacs: Can't Ignore The Train - Panel Discussion

YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region.

On this episode, the hosts speak about Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Broadscast program covers a wide range of topics, including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) issues; racial justice and civil rights; empowerment and economic advancement of women and girls; and health and safety of women and girls. It is provided through funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

www.ywcajamestown.com

YWCA Jamestown Broadscast: Ep 57 - Financial Trauma

Rachael and Claire of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute chatted with AOF host Anthony Merchant all about the new exhibit Walking in Antarctica: The Art of Helen Glazer as well as upcoming fall and winter events at RTPI

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Arts on Fire - Rachael and Claire of Roger Tory Peterson Institute - November 15, 2024

Take a tour of Scandinavia without ever leaving Jamestown. The Swedish Hour is hosted by Gerd Brigiotta and provides listeners with a weekly opportunity to explore a wide and diverse selection of traditional Scandinavian music. Sundays at 3 a.m. (9 a.m. Swedish Time) and 7 p.m.

The Swedish Hour - November 17, 2024

Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund discusses the proposed 2025 budget, gives an update on the city roof project, and more.

Community Matters - Kim Ecklund - November 7, 2024

Local author Tj Buck spoke with AOF host Anthony Merchant all about his latest novel Mud Lake

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Arts on Fire - Tj Buck - November 22, 2024

The New Neighbors Coalition program at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Jamestown will be helping new neighbors celebrate their first Thanksgiving this Thursday. We also will learn about programs the Coalition has planned in December.

Community Matters - New Neighbors Coalition - November 26, 2024

Mark Sasse of Jamestown Community College stopped by WRFA to talk with AOF host Anthony Merchant all about bringing his production Tales of Wonder to the United States for its first US run right here in Jamestown - December 4th-7th

Tix - https://ci.ovationtix.com/36201/production/1203392

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https://www.facebook.com/scharmanntheatre

Arts on Fire - Mark Sasse - November 29, 2024

Cast members of the upcoming Little Theatre production of The Wizard of Oz spoke with AOF host Anthony Merchant about what people can expect from these performances - December 6th-8th & 13th-15th

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https://www.facebook.com/lblittletheatre

Arts on Fire - Cast of the Little Theatre Production of The Wizard of Oz - November 29, 2024

The Swedish Hour - December 15, 2024

Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel discusses the results of the Jamestown Airport Market Study, possible plans to move county offices to the Chautauqua Mall and more.

Community Matters - PJ Wendel - December 19 and 26, 2024

The Swedish Hour - December 22, 2024

The Holidays in Poetry project returns to Jamestown High School in 2024. The project involves students from JHS writing original works of poetry focusing on the holiday season. The Project was coordinated Jamestown High School English teacher Betsy Rowe-Baehr.

As part of the project, several students stopped by the WRFA studios and were recorded as they recited their original works.

Happy Holidays to the entire Community.

JHS Holiday Poetry - Aiden Buck

Former Arts on Fire host Jason Sample joined current Arts on Fire host Anthony Merchant to talk all about his tenure at the radio station, twenty years of WRFA, the local arts and entertainment scene and much more

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Arts on Fire - Jason Sample - December 27, 2024

The Swedish Hour - December 29, 2024

We talk with representatives from the Jamestown Tarp Skunks about their new team manager and new programming for the upcoming 2025 season.

Community Matters - Jamestown Tarp Skunks - January 2, 2025

The Swedish Hour - January 05, 2025

We look back now on Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund's first year leading the city in the top executive position.

Community Matters - Kim Ecklund - January 9, 2025

YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region.

On this episode, the hosts speak with local teens about building a strong community

The Broadscast program covers a wide range of topics, including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) issues; racial justice and civil rights; empowerment and economic advancement of women and girls; and health and safety of women and girls. It is provided through funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

YWCA Jamestown Broadscast: Ep 58 - Teen Talk - Building Stronger Community with Jamestown High School

The Swedish Hour - January 12, 2025

Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone, Jamestown Justice Coordinator Justin Hubbard, and County Jail Warden Matt Stuczynski comprised the panel for a public discussion on law enforcement and justice held at the Robert H Jackson Center January 13, 2025. 

Community Matters - Law Enforcement and Justice Conversation - January 13, 2025

The Swedish Hour - January 19, 2025

WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to discuss the State Budget and State of the State; the Jamestown Airport, immigration, and more.

Community Matters - PJ Wendel - January 23, 2025

The Swedish Hour - January 26, 2025

Congressman Nick Langworthy gave a press briefing on Tuesday, January 28 about targeted deportation efforts by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Western New York.

Community Matters - Congressman Langworthy Gives Briefing on Immigration - January 28, 2025

State Senator George Borrello shares his thoughts on Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed state budget and discusses goals for this legislative session.

Community Matters - George Borrello - January 30, 2025

State Assemblyman Andrew Molitor took office on January 1, 2025. He shares how his first few weeks in office have gone as well as his thoughts on the proposed New York State Budget.

Community Matters - Andrew Molitor - January 30, 2025

Cast members of the Little Theatre production of 12 Angry Men spoke with AOF host Anthony Merchant about what people can expect from performances - Jan 31st - Feb 2nd & Feb 7th - 9th

www.lbltj.com
www.facebook.com/lblittletheatre


Arts on Fire - Cast of the Little Theatre Production of 12 Angry Men - January 31, 2025

CHQ Chamber Chats is a monthly podcast presented by the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce, featuring business owners and Entrepreneurs from throughout the Chautauqua Region to introduce who they area and help to offer insight into their particular business sector. It is hosted by Chamber president Dan Heitzenrater and broadcast the first Sunday of every month at 10:30 a.m. on WRFA-LP.

www.jamestownrenaissance.org
www.chautauquachamber.org

CHQ Chamber Chats: Frank Besse (Jamestown Renaissance Corporation) - February 2025

The Swedish Hour - February 02, 2025

Len Barry of the Reg Lenna joins AOF host Anthony Merchant this week to talk about events at the Reg for winter 2025

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Arts on Fire - Len Barry of the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts - January 31, 2025

Frank Besse of the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation and Leslie Calimeri of the Chautauqua Art Gallery returned to the WRFA studios to discuss Jamestown ArtScape 2025 with AOF host Anthony Merchant

www.jamestownrenaissance.org/artscape/

www.chautauquaartgallery.com/

Arts on Fire - Frank Besse and Leslie Calimeri of Jamestown ArtScape - January 31, 2025

WRFA is a listener-supported, low power community radio station in Jamestown, NY. We provide coverage of local arts and entertainment as well as local news. In addition to broadcasting at 107.9 FM in Jamestown, we also have a live stream at our website, www.wrfalp.com. WRFA is owned and operated by the Reg Lenna Center For The Arts.

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