WJCU » The Heights http://www.wjcu.org Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:31:51 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en © 2003-2006 webmaster@wjcu.org () webmaster@wjcu.org 1440 Cleveland's home for college radio webmaster@wjcu.org No no http://wjcu.org/graphics/wjcu144x144black.jpg WJCU http://www.wjcu.org 144 144 Cleveland Heights: A National Treasure http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/cleveland-heights-a-national-treasure http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/cleveland-heights-a-national-treasure#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:17:04 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/cleveland-heights-a-national-treasure buyinghome.jpgMeet a local man who is leading the effort to make a section of Cleveland Heights part of the National Registry of Historic Places in the latest episode of Heights Now.

The area of land surrounded by Coventry Road, Lee Road and Heights Boulevard could earn federal designation for both its natural and architectural beauty. The neighborhood is known for its curved boulevards, charming homes, and ample green space.

Cleveland Heights, Ohio is well known as a dynamic and desirable community. You can learn more about how its unique design ties in with the city’s history by clicking here.

header_govt.jpgHeights Now is a production of WJCU 88.7FM in partnership with The Heights Observer. Listen in every week for a new episode, weekdays only on WJCU. For an archive of other episodes of our program, please visit our Heights Now Podcast page.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/cleveland-heights-a-national-treasure/feed 2:19 Meet a local man who is leading the effort to make a section of Cleveland Heights part of the National Registry of Historic Places in ... Meet a local man who is leading the effort to make a section of Cleveland Heights part of the National Registry of Historic Places in the latest episode of Heights Now. The area of land surrounded by Coventry Road, Lee Road and Heights Boulevard could earn federal designation for both its natural and architectural beauty. The neighborhood is known for its curved boulevards, charming homes, and ample green space. Cleveland Heights, Ohio is well known as a dynamic and desirable community. You can learn more about how its unique design ties in with the city's history by clicking here. Heights Now is a production of WJCU 88.7FM in partnership with The Heights Observer. Listen in every week for a new episode, weekdays only on WJCU. For an archive of other episodes of our program, please visit our Heights Now Podcast page. Audio,,Heights,Now,,News,,The,Heights webmaster@wjcu.org no No See a Theatrical Classic Live On Stage http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/see-a-theatrical-classic-live-on-stage http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/see-a-theatrical-classic-live-on-stage#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:54:23 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/see-a-theatrical-classic-live-on-stage theatre.jpgGreat Lakes Theatrical Festival has opened their Fall 2008 season with a tribute to the classic William Shakespeare play MacBeth. Listen to Uncle Fred’s Episode 36 of Arts on the Heights for the information you need to make the most of your evening at the theatre enjoying this fantastic play!

For more information about the Great Lakes Theatrical Festival log on to their website here or call 1-216-664-6064.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/08/see-a-theatrical-classic-live-on-stage/feed 1:30 Great Lakes Theatrical Festival has opened their Fall 2008 season with a tribute to the classic William Shakespeare play MacBeth. Listen to Uncle Fred's ... Great Lakes Theatrical Festival has opened their Fall 2008 season with a tribute to the classic William Shakespeare play MacBeth. Listen to Uncle Fred's Episode 36 of Arts on the Heights for the information you need to make the most of your evening at the theatre enjoying this fantastic play! For more information about the Great Lakes Theatrical Festival log on to their website here or call 1-216-664-6064. Arts,on,the,Heights,,Audio,,News webmaster@wjcu.org no No Introducing Father Harry http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/02/introducing-father-harry http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/02/introducing-father-harry#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:35:36 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/02/introducing-father-harry father-harry.JPG After years of hearing his thought-provoking 60-second messages, now you can finally put a face to the name!

Father Harry, a member of the San Francisco, California Catholic Diocese can be heard weekdays on WJCU 88.7FM throughout the day. And though cyber space has very little information about this inspirational radio pro, you can learn a little more about Father Harry including his induction to the San Francisco Radio Hall of Fame by clicking over to our Father Harry Tab.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/10/02/introducing-father-harry/feed Local Theatre Productions Earn Rave Reviews http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/29/local-theatre-productions http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/29/local-theatre-productions#comments Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:34:02 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/29/local-theatre-productions glass_02sm.jpg
WJCU’s Uncle Fred of Arts on the Heights has been busy going about town finding some of the best theatre productions currently running. In Episode 35 listen to the review of The Glass Menagerie, currently running at downtown’s Cleveland Playhouse. Earning high marks in Uncle Fred’s book you can see more photos from the production by clicking here.

Episode 36 takes us on a review of Caroline, Or Change. For more information on this play that Uncle Fred calls “beautiful, thought provoking work,” call 1-216-795-7077.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/29/local-theatre-productions/feed 1:31 WJCU's Uncle Fred of Arts on the Heights has been busy going about town finding some of the best theatre productions currently running. In ... WJCU's Uncle Fred of Arts on the Heights has been busy going about town finding some of the best theatre productions currently running. In Episode 35 listen to the review of The Glass Menagerie, currently running at downtown's Cleveland Playhouse. Earning high marks in Uncle Fred's book you can see more photos from the production by clicking here. Episode 36 takes us on a review of Caroline, Or Change. For more information on this play that Uncle Fred calls "beautiful, thought provoking work," call 1-216-795-7077. Arts,on,the,Heights,,News webmaster@wjcu.org no No Homeowners Examine Options In Heights Housing Market http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/25/homeowners-examine-options-in-heights-housing-market http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/25/homeowners-examine-options-in-heights-housing-market#comments Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:15:14 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/25/homeowners-examine-options-in-heights-housing-market fsbo-sign-0021.JPG
Heights Now takes another look at the housing market here in the Heights and examines options homeowners have and what the current trend sees people doing right now. Though selling your house isn’t your best bet at the moment, many people are seeing that remodeling is the path to take to turn that house into a home.

Heights Now is brought to you as a partnership between WJCU 88.7FM and Heights Observer.org. For more information see their website here.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/25/homeowners-examine-options-in-heights-housing-market/feed 2:19 Heights Now takes another look at the housing market here in the Heights and examines options homeowners have and what the current trend sees people ... Heights Now takes another look at the housing market here in the Heights and examines options homeowners have and what the current trend sees people doing right now. Though selling your house isn't your best bet at the moment, many people are seeing that remodeling is the path to take to turn that house into a home. Heights Now is brought to you as a partnership between WJCU 88.7FM and Heights Observer.org. For more information see their website here. Audio,,Heights,Now,,News,,The,Heights webmaster@wjcu.org no No Listen to win free tickets to Backyard Tire Fire TODAY! http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/23/backyard-tire-fire-live-in-wjcu-studios http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/23/backyard-tire-fire-live-in-wjcu-studios#comments Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:54:42 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/23/backyard-tire-fire-live-in-wjcu-studios backyardtirefire1.jpg
Make sure to tune in to The Heights this afternoon as Backyard Tire Fire stops in our WJCU studios. Currently crusing across the country on their nationwide tour, Backyard Tire Fire is in Cleveland for their performance tonight at the Grog Shop.

And to get you ready for this show not to be missed, today we’re giving away five pairs of tickets, one every hour from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm! So stay locked to The Heights for your tickets and our exclusive interview with Backyard Tire Fire!

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/23/backyard-tire-fire-live-in-wjcu-studios/feed WJCU Behind The Scenes: The Name Behind the Mic http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/22/get-to-know-the-name-behind-the-mic http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/22/get-to-know-the-name-behind-the-mic#comments Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:54:36 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/22/get-to-know-the-name-behind-the-mic wjcu1.JPGDid you know our own DJ Hannah is a national award-winning pianst? Did you know that DJ Ben Adams has not only competed in the NCAA Wrestling National Championships but can also ride a unicycle? Can you name the DJ that spent last spring as a collegiate national television correspondent? Guess which DJ comes to the WJCU staff all the way from Phoenix, Arizona?

There are some terrific people behind the mic spinning the music everyday on 88.7FM and now you can get the chance to learn a little more about these talented young individuals. Click on over to our DJ Bio page and learn some cool pieces of information about your favorite DJs!

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/22/get-to-know-the-name-behind-the-mic/feed Musical happenings at the Beck Center http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/14/musical-happenings-at-the-beck-center http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/14/musical-happenings-at-the-beck-center#comments Mon, 15 Sep 2008 03:26:32 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/14/musical-happenings-at-the-beck-center Arts on the Heights takes you to Lakewood’s Beck Center for the Arts and its latest production, Urinetown The Musical. Get the most out of your night at the theatre and listen to Uncle Fred’s Episode 33 below!

The Beck Center for the Arts is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood. For more information about Urinetown The Musical or the Center, call 1-216-521-2540 or log on to their website here.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/14/musical-happenings-at-the-beck-center/feed 1:30 Arts on the Heights takes you to Lakewood's Beck Center for the Arts and its latest production, Urinetown The Musical. Get the most out ... Arts on the Heights takes you to Lakewood's Beck Center for the Arts and its latest production, Urinetown The Musical. Get the most out of your night at the theatre and listen to Uncle Fred's Episode 33 below! The Beck Center for the Arts is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood. For more information about Urinetown The Musical or the Center, call 1-216-521-2540 or log on to their website here. Arts,on,the,Heights,,Audio,,News webmaster@wjcu.org no No Cleveland Institute of Music Announces ‘08-’09 Schedule http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/11/cleveland-institute-of-music-announces-08-09-schedule http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/11/cleveland-institute-of-music-announces-08-09-schedule#comments Fri, 12 Sep 2008 01:37:23 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/11/cleveland-institute-of-music-announces-08-09-schedule 05.jpg Music buffs get ready: the world renowned Cleveland Institute of Music has announced their 2008-2009 schedule.

Start getting excited now about more than a whopping 300 Institute student recitals and over 100 professional performances this season alone. Crossing many musical genres, the Cleveland Institute of Music is a must see for any musically inclined fan!

Uncle Fred of WJCU’s Arts on the Heights gives you all the information you need so grab your calendars and listen to Episode 32 below right now! Arts on the Heights is our weekly arts news update on cultural and artistic happenings across the North Coast.

Founded in 1920, the Cleveland Institute of Music offers most performances to the public for free or for quite reasonable prices. For more information call the institute directly at 1-216-791-5000.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/11/cleveland-institute-of-music-announces-08-09-schedule/feed 1:31 Music buffs get ready: the world renowned Cleveland Institute of Music has announced their 2008-2009 schedule. Start getting excited now about more than ... Music buffs get ready: the world renowned Cleveland Institute of Music has announced their 2008-2009 schedule. Start getting excited now about more than a whopping 300 Institute student recitals and over 100 professional performances this season alone. Crossing many musical genres, the Cleveland Institute of Music is a must see for any musically inclined fan! Uncle Fred of WJCU's Arts on the Heights gives you all the information you need so grab your calendars and listen to Episode 32 below right now! Arts on the Heights is our weekly arts news update on cultural and artistic happenings across the North Coast. Founded in 1920, the Cleveland Institute of Music offers most performances to the public for free or for quite reasonable prices. For more information call the institute directly at 1-216-791-5000. Arts,on,the,Heights,,Audio,,Music,,News webmaster@wjcu.org no No The Heights Housing Market http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/09/the-heights-housing-market http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/09/the-heights-housing-market#comments Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:15:20 +0000 Robert Duns http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/09/the-heights-housing-market fsbo-sign-002.JPG
The economy and the rising home foreclosure rate is a huge issue on the minds of many across the country. But how is what’s going on effecting the Heights housing market?

Listen to the latest episode of Heights Now as we talk with a local real estate expert and hear her take on what is going on with home sales in our area.

Heights Now is a partnership between WJCU 88.7FM and The Heights Observer. For more information visit their website at heightsobserver.org.

]]> http://www.wjcu.org/2008/09/09/the-heights-housing-market/feed 2:18 The economy and the rising home foreclosure rate is a huge issue on the minds of many across the country. But how is what's ... The economy and the rising home foreclosure rate is a huge issue on the minds of many across the country. But how is what's going on effecting the Heights housing market? Listen to the latest episode of Heights Now as we talk with a local real estate expert and hear her take on what is going on with home sales in our area. Heights Now is a partnership between WJCU 88.7FM and The Heights Observer. For more information visit their website at heightsobserver.org. Heights,Now,,In,the,News,,News,,The,Heights webmaster@wjcu.org no No