This week our guest is Charlene Thomas as we learn about Haircuts For Those In Need -- a Buffalo, NY based 501c3 non-profit, founded in 2018. They offer free haircuts to anyone in need, no questions asked! Currently, their volunteers provide 60-100 free haircuts every month at shelters located throughout Buffalo and Niagara Falls.

This week our guest is Charlene Thomas as we learn about Haircuts For Those In Need -- a Buffalo, NY based 501c3 non-profit, founded in 2018. They offer free haircuts to anyone in need, no questions asked! Currently, their volunteers provide 60-100 free haircuts every month at shelters located throughout Buffalo and Niagara Falls.

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: Haircuts For Those In Need (7-21-24)

On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammy Lee Demler welcomes community advocate Willie Price for a lively and informative Black History Month quiz and conversation. Together, they explore Buffalo’s deep Black history—from Freedom Park’s role in the Underground Railroad to Aretha Franklin’s childhood summers spent in the Queen City. Willie shares insights on Juneteenth’s origins, Buffalo’s own 50‑year Juneteenth celebration, and the significance of local landmarks like the Michigan Street Baptist Church and the African American Heritage Corridor. With storytelling, local pride, and plenty of laughs, this episode highlights the people, places, and traditions that continue to shape Buffalo’s cultural legacy.

On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammy Lee Demler welcomes community advocate Willie Price for a lively and informative Black History Month quiz and conversation. Together, they explore Buffalo&rsquo;s deep Black history&mdash;from Freedom Park&rsquo;s role in the Underground Railroad to Aretha Franklin&rsquo;s childhood summers spent in the Queen City. Willie shares insights on Juneteenth&rsquo;s origins, Buffalo&rsquo;s own 50‑year Juneteenth celebration, and the significance of local landmarks like the Michigan Street Baptist Church and the African American Heritage Corridor. With storytelling, local pride, and plenty of laughs, this episode highlights the people, places, and traditions that continue to shape Buffalo&rsquo;s cultural legacy.

716 Together: Black History with Willie Price (3-1-26)

Host Tammie Lee Demler welcomes Spencer Morgan, Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, for a fascinating look at one of Buffalo’s most nationally significant landmarks. Morgan shares the story of Theodore Roosevelt’s 1901 inauguration at the Ansley Wilcox House following President McKinley’s assassination and explains how the site brings history to life through immersive tours, interactive exhibits, and civic engagement programming. The episode also highlights upcoming events tied to America 250 and the 125th anniversary of the Pan‑American Exposition, underscoring Buffalo’s enduring role in shaping American history and leadership.

Host Tammie Lee Demler welcomes Spencer Morgan, Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, for a fascinating look at one of Buffalo&rsquo;s most nationally significant landmarks. Morgan shares the story of Theodore Roosevelt&rsquo;s 1901 inauguration at the Ansley Wilcox House following President McKinley&rsquo;s assassination and explains how the site brings history to life through immersive tours, interactive exhibits, and civic engagement programming. The episode also highlights upcoming events tied to America 250 and the 125th anniversary of the Pan‑American Exposition, underscoring Buffalo&rsquo;s enduring role in shaping American history and leadership.

716 Together: Theodore Roosevelt’s Unexpected Inauguration and Buffalo’s National Legacy (2-15-26)

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In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler is joined by Lauren Calabrese and Anne Nowak of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Western New York Chapter for an in‑depth conversation about suicide prevention, education, and hope. The guests discuss AFSP’s free, evidence‑informed programs, common warning signs and risk factors, how to have honest conversations with loved ones, and how to use the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. They also preview the Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk at Canalside, highlighting how the event brings the community together to honor loved ones, reduce stigma, and support mental health education and research.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler is joined by Lauren Calabrese and Anne Nowak of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention&rsquo;s Western New York Chapter for an in‑depth conversation about suicide prevention, education, and hope. The guests discuss AFSP&rsquo;s free, evidence‑informed programs, common warning signs and risk factors, how to have honest conversations with loved ones, and how to use the 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline. They also preview the Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk at Canalside, highlighting how the event brings the community together to honor loved ones, reduce stigma, and support mental health education and research.

716 Together: Suicide Prevention and Community Support in Western New York (2-8-26)

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716 Together: Haircuts For Those In Need (7-21-24)

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