This is the third of three collections organized by the episode's subject for the Spirit of Winona and the Spirit of the Heartland series. This collection includes episodes which showcase events, history, and interviews. Both television shows were hosted and produced by Joyce Woodworth and Hiawatha Broadband Communications.
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50. Events: Act of Kindness at Christmas Time
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the “Tree of Lights”, “Fantasy of Trees”, and “Lighted Christmas Parade” events that raised money to help others. Guests: Robin Hoge, Sandy Curtain, Jean Smith, and Central Elementary School Students.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-8, 2002.
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51. Events: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins Kathy Jarvinan, a registered nurse, and Jane Bremer, a Memory Walk committee member, about the background of Alzheimer's and the steps Winonans are taking to combat it. Guests: Kathy Jarvinan, Jane Bremer, and Memory Walk Participants.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-15, 2004.
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52. Events: Antique Appraisal Fair
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins experts at the Antique Appraisal Fair, sponsored by the Winona Historical Society, as they appraise antiques brought in by Winonans at the Watkins Administration Building. Guests: Audrey Gorny, Ramona Metz. Appraisers: James Billings Jim Jurgens, Bill Laurie, Katherine Griffith
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-6, 2001.
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53. Events: Birthday Ball 2000
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores how Winonans participate in parties to raise money for Winona Community Memorial Hospital in Winona, Minnesoto. Guest: Kim Schwab, Sarah Gaybrick, Bonnie Woodford, and Barb Hansen.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-1, 2000.
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54. Events: BK 5K PR Run
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores this Rotary Club sponsored event around Lake Winona to raise money for the refurbishment of the Lake Lodge. Guests: Mike Bernatz, Tom Gort, Beth Bussian, Nathan Carmack, John Styba, Heidi Wisniewski, Bob Kierlin.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-7, 2002.
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55. Events: Candlelight Dinner & Cabaret
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of and visits this formal evening event at St. Mary’s University. Guests: Larry Gorell, Gary Diomandes, and guests of the Candlelight Dinner
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-9, 2003.
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56. Events: Christmas Art Walk
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours local studios and visits with local artists who describe the artwork they display for sale at Christmastime. Guests: Daryl Anderson, Lynette Power, Julia Crozier, Linda Dennis, Kathy Rchardson, Colen Richardson, Walken Ratajczyk, Mary Denzer, Yarrow Brown, Berandette Mahfood
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-2, 2005.
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57. Events: Dakota Gathering
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores what the Dakota Gathering at the foot of Sugar Loaf, or Wapasha’s Cap, was about and how the Dakota Native Americans are planning to bring their traditions back to Winona. Guests: Danny Seaboy, Ambrose Littleghost, Leonard Wabasha,
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-10, 2004.
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58. Events: Dakota Native American Homecoming
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins Winonans as they welcome back the original inhabitants of the city’s land and participate in their traditions. Guests: Danny Seaboy, Ambrose Littleghost, Leonard Wabasha, Ramona Stately, John Borman, Tim Breza, Rod Steiner, Edward Lohnes, Pat Big Eagle
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59. Events: Family Day Part 1 & Paddle for Life Part 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth continues to explore the celebrations for Winona’s Capital for a Day, which include art activities for the family at Lake Winona. Guests: Bernadette Mahfood, Sabana, Uranja, Emerald May Hulsing, Aidene Echelard, and Julia Crozier.
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-9, 2008.
In the Paddle for Life episode, Joyce Woodworth follows Winona’s participation in a paddle event on Lake Winona to honor environmentally concerned ideas for the future. Guests: David Train, Chad Ubl, State Senator Sharon Ropes, Lydia Shlittler, State Representative Gene Pellowski, Joselyn Frei, St. Stan's students and Bluffview Montesorri students
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-10, 2008.
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60. Events: Frozen River Film Festival
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns about the purpose of the festival and about the films presented. She also listens to the “Planet Walker” who presented his story at the festival. Guests: Diane Stevens, Kay Peterson, Dr. John Francis, Margaret Shaw Johnson, Liz Haywood, Chef Paul Sieman. Vicky and Joe Price
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-12, 2009.
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61. Events: Grand Excursion Part 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this 2 part episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of the original Grand Excursion of 1854 and the events in Winona for the 2004 Grand Excursion when 17 Steamboats passed or stopped along the Winona Levee. Guests: Thousands of Grand Excursion Visitors
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-11, 2004.
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62. Events: Holiday Happiness
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins Nora Naas and Irene Renk, hospital volunteers, as they showcase the Holiday Happiness Sale that raises money for a great cause. Guests: Nora Naas, Irene Renk, and Winona Hospital Volunteers. Guests: Nora Naas and Irene Renk
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-16, 2004.
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63. Events: Holiday Lighted Parade
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases Winona’s Christmas Nighttime Parade and the story behind it. Guests: Cindy Westby and Bev Keiper
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-17, 2004.
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64. Events: International Day at St. Stan's Part 1 & Part 2
Joyce Woodworth
In these two episodes Winona State University (WSU) international students introduce the St. Stanislaus Elementary School students to their cultures. Guests: Teri Markos, Students of St. Stan's School, WSU International Students, Mrya Ilcheva, Amari Mishiri
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-15, 2009.
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65. Events: Karate
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth talks with people from age five to ninety who practice Karate for fitness, self-defense, and respect. Guests: Judy Richter, Sensei Fumio Demuira, Walker Robeson, Rich McCluer, Fritz Speck, John Walsh, young students of Winona's Karate Dojo
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-4, 2007.
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66. Events: Mini Meet Part 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this two-part episode, Joyce Woodworth learns about the mini cooper and follow along with a Winona-hosted gathering of over two hundred mini automobiles and their owners for the National 50th Anniversary celebration of the little car. Guests:Karl Jenstad, Dave Walker, Howard and Howard II Flemington, Mike Preest, Robert Overdorff, Ron Nist, Jackie Hardy, George Farr, Tara Lynn Preep, Marlin Holtz, Mary Jane Sobeck, Darren Haines, Brian Smart, Mick Keenoy, Pat Marshall, Roger "The Hat", Joan Leong, Neil Grant, Steph and Ryan Quirk, Nick Lainier, Tim Glowczewski, Hannah Glowczewski
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-14, 2009.
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67. Events: Morrie Miller Golf Tournament
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns about one of Winona’s finest high school athletes and how a fundraiser in his name saved the athletic program in the Winona School District.Guests: Stuart Miller, Jerry Miller, Cindy Miller, Sara Miller, Jacob Miller, Jim Bambenek, Dick Karnath, Dave Hazelton, Hugh Miller, Dave Keller, Paul and Michael Durand, Pat Bowlin, Roger Hemker, Ann Baker, Danny Rivers, youth football players, Cindy Donahue, Mark Winter,
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-1, 2005.
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68. Events: River City Ballroom Dancers
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins a group of dancers at the Winona Athletic Club to have fun and learn some dance steps.Guests: Stan Brietlow, Jennifer Brietlow, Marci and Jeff Van Fosson, Madelin and Nick, Chris Carroll, Adam and Noah, Frank and Sonya, Kim and Joe
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-11, 2008.
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69. Events: Rivertown Shuffle
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the Rivertown Shuffle, a moving event involving hundreds of people on a candlelit Lake Winona path that raises money for cancer research. Guests: RuthAnn Rofler, Brian Zabrowski, Terri Bauer, Attendees of the Rvertown Shuffle
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-2, 2000.
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70. Events: Sights & Sounds of Summer 2004
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the regular summertime events in Winona as well as the new events that occurred in the summer of 2004. Guests: Brother Louis DeThomasis, Superintendent WAPS Paul Durant, WSU President Darrell W. Krueger (crowd: WSU Faculty Drake Hokanson, Gretchen Cohenour), Dieter Melimonka, Mike Allen, Fred Benning
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-14, 2004.
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71. Events: Spirit 200, Parts 1, 2, & 3
Joyce Woodworth
Joyce Woodworth celebrates the 200th show in this three-part history of the “Spirit of Winona” and “Spirit of the Heartland”. This special starts with the very first introductory four-minute show from 2000 to the present with an explanation of the types of shows seen weekly on Channel 25, HBC/TV Winona.Guest: Mary Malloy
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-8, 2008.
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72. Events: Square Dancing at Schniepp's Bar
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns what Schneipps Bar and a group of square dancers from “Friendship Set to Music”, a square dancing TV show aired in Minneapolis, have in common. Guests: Friendship Set to Music dancers from Minneapolis, Dick Reuter, Connie Greenhurst, Kirsten and John Lamar, Bob Wolff, Ardus Vining
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-5, 2007.
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73. Events: St. Charles
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases St. Charles Minnesota, its history, and the 97-year-old man who began “Gladiola Days”, their yearly celebration. Guests: Laura Kirby, Carl Fischer, Rick Schaber, Bill McCabe, Bernard McNab, and Residents of St. Charles, Minnesota.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-13, 2004.
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74. Events: Victorian Fair
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores this event sponsored by the Winona Historical Society that includes activities and crafts from the Victorian Era. Guest: Mark Peterson.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-3, 2000.
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75. Events: Winona Capitol for a Day
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth enjoys the activities the city of Winona took part in to celebrate being selected as the State’s Capitol for a day. Guests:Mayor, Jerry Miller, Govenor, Tim Pawlenty, Representative, Gene Pelowski, Singer Samara Storavich, Poet, James Armstrong and many members of the community
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-6, 2008.
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76. Events: Winona County Fair
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the sights and sounds of this year’s County Fair. Guests: Bob Bambenek, Joe Bambenek, Mary Edel Beyer, Kevin Vogel, Nancy Mitchell, and participants and attendees.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-12, 2004.
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77. Events: Winona's World Fair
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores this cultural event that includes Winona’s diverse cultures showing off their homelands’ crafts, music, and food. Guests: World Fair Committee and Participants.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-5, 2001.
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78. Events: Wintertime Fun in the Great River Bluffs Park
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the Great River Bluffs State Park (1977) close to Winona and the ways to enjoy it during all times of the year. Guest: John Wilzbacher
Series: The Spirit of Winona, E-4, 2000.
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79. Events: Wounded Warrior Ride
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth travels with a group of Veterans and supporters on motorcycles to raise money for and honor the wounded soldiers returning from America-involved wars. Guests: Witt Wittenberg, Donna Wittenberg, Dave and Linda Summer, Randy and Linda Summer, Karla Miller, Tim Brinks, Sid Bell and Riders of the Wounded Warrior Ride
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-13, 2009.
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80. Events: WSU Sesquicentennial
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the various activities throughout the year and the grand event in July that all celebrated Winona State University’s (WSU) 150th birthday. Guests: Tim Penney, Dr. Robert DuFresne, Dr. Darrel Kruger, Dr. Judith Ramaley, Fran Edstrom, Donna & Leon Nesbitt, Beth Halleck, Vicki Decker, Karen & Ed Littlejohn, Patty & Jerry Neal
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, EH-7, 2008.
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100. History: Cemetery Walk
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth experiences "Voices from the Past," a Winona County Historical Society event, which historical figures from the past and characterizations of nine significant Winona’s buried in Woodlawn Cemetery. Jean Knutson & Tom Schoen as Mildred and Irwin Johnson; Jerry Kellum as George Washington Clark; Andrew Bonner as Mr. James Stovall; Margaret Shaw Johnson as Mrs. Seymour Brown; Alexandra Eddy, Tony Romaine, and Abigail Staats as Mildred, Steven and Edith Goodman; Mel Bailey as Cor. R.M. Gage; Fran Edstrom as Grace Watkins King; Karen Littlejohn and Mike Kennedy as Lucy and Charles Warren; Natalie Schoen, Matt Beth, Maggie Bambenek, Casey Accord as Jonas and Anna Peter and Daughters.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-9, 2002.
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101. History: History of Flooding
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of flooding in Winona, the flood of 2001, and the safety of the dike. Guests: Bob Bollant, Earl Laufenburger, Darrell W. Krueger, and Tom Sawyer.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-4, 2001.
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102. History: History of Philanthropy in Winona
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases Winona’s past philanthropists, their legacies to the community, and how anyone can leave a legacy: John Latsch, Paul Watkins, William Harris Laird, Grace Watkins King, H.C. Garvin and more. Guests: Jim Hanzel, Non-Profit Directors & Volunteers, Mark Peterson, Beth Forkner Moe, Libbey Ashley, Dorothy Ruppert, Phil Feiten, Joliene Olson, Frank Mezio
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-11, 2002.
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103. History: History of Restaurants
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases The Steak Shop, The Oaks Night Club, and the Hot Fish Shop, three restaurants that opened in 1930, what made them so popular, and why they closed. Guest: Diane Kirkenbusch, special thanks to Carmen Wilson, Jeff Bruss, Marion and Bill Cunningham, Walt Kelly, Jr.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-18, 2004.
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104. History: History of Steamboat Days
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the City of Winona's Steamboat Days including the history since its onset in 1948, Queen Pageants, and what it’s like today. Guest: Fred Benning.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-6, 2000.
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105. History: History of the Huntleys Part 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the history of Ben and Myrtle Huntley, Winona’s king and queen of Vaudeville and first filmmakers. Guests: Mark Peterson (Winona County Historical Society) and Jodi Brom.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-15, 2003.
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106. History: History of the J.R. Watkins Family & Company Parts 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases how one man, J.R. Watkins, turned a bottle of liniment into an empire. The 2 parts are combined into one video. Guests: Frank Mertes, with special thanks to the Winona County Historical Society.
The focus on the Watkins Company continues in the Watkins Today episode B-2, 2003.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-13, (2003), part 1 & 2.
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107. History: History of the Wagon Bridge & Agahmming Park
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth discusses the reconstruction of the Old Wagon Bridge and plans for the future of the Agahmming Park, near Latsch Island, Winona Minnesota. Guests: Jerry Miller (City of Winona Mayor), Don Trestor, and Jim Balonis.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-16, 2003.
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108. History: History of the Winona Chiefs
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins Al Smith, Winona’s “Mr. Baseball”, for an interview about the history of the team and explores “Al Smith Day”. Guests: Al Smith and Brian O'Reilley.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-7, 2000.
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109. History: History of Trees in Winona
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases trees in Winona, the story of the Dutch Elm Disease, and the donation of 2000 trees to the city by Winona State University (WSU). Guests: Bruce Fuller and Darrell W. Krueger.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-3, 2001.
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110. History: History of Winona State University
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns the history of Winona State University in honor of its Sesquicentennial. Guests: Peter Henderson, Judith Ramaley
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, HH-8, 2008.
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111. History: History & Tour of the Paul Watkins Manor Parts 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history and architecture and tours the home of the Paul Watkins. Guests: Watkins Manor Staff and occupants of the Manor, Sara Blair, Margaret Sader, Beth Nelson, Hazel Decker, Betty Datta (Event Hostess)
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-12, 2002.
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112. History: Lake Winona
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of dredging, the band shell, the bike path, and how the lake is used today. Guest: Joan Welch.
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-5, 2001.
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113. History: Marnach House
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns the importance of the Marnach House, built near Elba in 1857, to the history of the Luxembourg immigrants in the area. Guests: Mary Nilles, Willy Perelsztejn, Pam Lica, Nancy Roberts, Diane Stoos Bronk, Nick, Dorothy Stoos, Helen Olson, Jean Kalmes
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, HH-2, 2006.
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114. History: Merchants Bank
Joyce Woodworth
Joyce Woodworth learns about the history, special architecture, and success of one of Winona’s oldest banks. Guests: Sally Mogren, Dale Newcomb, Rod Nelson
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, HH-9, 2010.
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115. History: New Winona Historical Society
Joyce Woodworth
This episode is a revision of the Winona Historical Society episode (HH-5) . It includes the plans for the new building addition in 2009. Also see the Laird Norton Addition episode (OH-6) to tour the new addition. Guests: Jo Linnee, Walt Bennick, Mark Peterson, Joan Soranno
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, HH-7, 2008.
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116. History: Old Frontenac
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth learns the history of Old Frontenac’s remote, unique community on the Mississippi and tours one of its oldest homes with the new owner. Guest: Priscella Flynn
Series: The Spirit of the Heartland, HH-6, 2008.
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117. History: Old Settlers Part 1 & 2
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth talks with Mary Nilles, a historian, who has put together a show of old photos gathered from the old settler’s collection. Nilles also tells stories about people dating back to the 1850’s. Guest: Mary Nilles
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-19 (2000).
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118. History: Polish Heritage
Joyce Woodworth
In this episode Joyce Woodworth joins Father Paul Breza for an interview on the history of the Polish Heritage and the celebrations of the Polish Cultural Institute and the Polish Heritage Society. Guests: Don Morrison, Father Paul Breza, Gerry Langowski
Series: The Spirit of Winona, H-8, 2001.
