Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jen Swan-Kilpatrick, Executive Director of Arts Services Inc. (ASI), about the organization's role in supporting artists, cultural organizations, and creative professionals across Western New York. Swan-Kilpatrick explains how ASI provides funding, leadership development, networking opportunities, and public engagement programs that strengthen the region's arts community. The discussion focuses on the upcoming Spark Awards, an event celebrating outstanding artists, educators, administrators, and organizations that contribute to the local arts sector. The episode emphasizes the importance of creativity, community collaboration, and recognizing the diverse artistic talent that enriches Western New York.

Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jen Swan-Kilpatrick, Executive Director of Arts Services Inc. (ASI), about the organization's role in supporting artists, cultural organizations, and creative professionals across Western New York. Swan-Kilpatrick explains how ASI provides funding, leadership development, networking opportunities, and public engagement programs that strengthen the region's arts community. The discussion focuses on the upcoming Spark Awards, an event celebrating outstanding artists, educators, administrators, and organizations that contribute to the local arts sector. The episode emphasizes the importance of creativity, community collaboration, and recognizing the diverse artistic talent that enriches Western New York.

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.

 

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.
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716 Together

716 Together: Arts Services, Inc.  (10-4-26)

This episode of 716 Together features Tiffany Pavone, Director of Victim Services at Child and Family Services, discussing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the critical resources available to survivors. The conversation highlights the services provided by Haven House, Erie County’s only confidential domestic violence shelter, the growing demand for shelter and support services, common warning signs of abusive relationships, and the importance of safety planning when leaving a dangerous situation. Pavone also emphasizes community initiatives aimed at improving survivor support, encourages victims and their loved ones to seek help without fear of judgment, and shares information about upcoming awareness events and the 24-hour hotline available to those in need.

This episode of 716 Together features Tiffany Pavone, Director of Victim Services at Child and Family Services, discussing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the critical resources available to survivors. The conversation highlights the services provided by Haven House, Erie County&rsquo;s only confidential domestic violence shelter, the growing demand for shelter and support services, common warning signs of abusive relationships, and the importance of safety planning when leaving a dangerous situation. Pavone also emphasizes community initiatives aimed at improving survivor support, encourages victims and their loved ones to seek help without fear of judgment, and shares information about upcoming awareness events and the 24-hour hotline available to those in need.

716 Together: Child and Family Services (9-27-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, Lisa Robertson of Parachute Credit Counseling discusses how the nonprofit organization helps individuals manage debt, student loans, credit issues, and budgeting through free or low-cost counseling services. She emphasizes the importance of addressing financial challenges early, creating realistic spending plans, monitoring credit reports, and seeking trusted guidance rather than falling victim to predatory services. The conversation offers practical advice for building financial stability and reducing money-related stress.

In this episode of 716 Together, Lisa Robertson of Parachute Credit Counseling discusses how the nonprofit organization helps individuals manage debt, student loans, credit issues, and budgeting through free or low-cost counseling services. She emphasizes the importance of addressing financial challenges early, creating realistic spending plans, monitoring credit reports, and seeking trusted guidance rather than falling victim to predatory services. The conversation offers practical advice for building financial stability and reducing money-related stress.

716 Together: Parachute Credit Counseling (9-20-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Anne Nowak, a volunteer leader with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the organization's annual Out of the Darkness Walk in Western New York. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing changes in behavior, checking in on those who may be struggling, and challenging common myths about suicide. Anne discusses AFSP's educational programs, including Talk Saves Lives, the role of community support in prevention and healing, and resources such as the 988 Crisis Lifeline. The episode also explores respectful language surrounding suicide, support available for loss survivors, and how events like the Out of the Darkness Walk foster hope, connection, and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Anne Nowak, a volunteer leader with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the organization's annual Out of the Darkness Walk in Western New York. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing changes in behavior, checking in on those who may be struggling, and challenging common myths about suicide. Anne discusses AFSP's educational programs, including Talk Saves Lives, the role of community support in prevention and healing, and resources such as the 988 Crisis Lifeline. The episode also explores respectful language surrounding suicide, support available for loss survivors, and how events like the Out of the Darkness Walk foster hope, connection, and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.

716 Together: Arts Services, Inc. (10-4-26)

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