The market and kitchen is up on the patio level, and the wine bar is downstairs. Our wonderful local NPR affiliate radio station, WBOI 89.1 FM, had put together a nice reception, and I spoke to several of the on-air hosts, members, listeners and board members.
Katy Anderson, Program Director, was there, as was on-air host Zack Bernard. Lea Denny came up and said "hi," and I had a long conversation with Julia Meek, renounced host of Folktales and Meet the Music, radio shows based out of Fort Wayne and now syndicated.
We chatted about Prairie Home Companion's upcoming loss of Garrison Keillor when he retires this summer. We talked about recent music events in Fort Wayne and the great venues here. Board members came up and said "hi," and we talked about volunteer opportunities at the station, such as for telephone workers on the upcoming fund drive beginning April 21.
We love it when Julia Meek introduces us to the new voices on Meet the Music, and spins her grand stories and themes in our Saturday night favorite, Folktales, featuring music from around the world. From her humble local beginnings in Fort Wayne, she has built her personal brand as an artist and an on-air host, and her show is syndicated all across Indiana and beyond. Folktales is heard locally at 8 p.m.
Ted's Market had great wine choices, and upstairs they offer savory fresh breads and bakery products, sandwiches, a cafe, coffees, hand-carved meats, and all kinds of treats. Fresh vegetables and deli items made for great browsing. The lower level wine bar is open Tuesday - Thursday 5-10 p.m. and Friday & Saturday 5 - 11 p.m., with private rental available days and Sunday - Wednesday evenings.
A fun time was had by all - a jokester named Tim worked the crowd, taking photos and spreading cheer. I assume he'll post some of these pictures for WBOI, or use them for a newsletter. I hope to go back to another one of these receptions for listeners, contributors, and staff. It was a success. Good to see all of you!
