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Beth Sheffield, a frequent, guest on Talk City Greensboro, joins the show to discuss the past two and a half decades of her career as a librarian with the Greensboro Public Library. She has championed many programs including the popular "One City One Book" reading initiative to events designed to engage an everchanging community. Beth will also share some of her secrets learned over the years, plus chat about her plans after retirement.

The Road to 10,000 Initiative is intended to increase housing capacity in the Gate City by supporting the development of 10,000 new housing units by the year 2030. This directive will leverage a coordinated strategy to engage public and private stakeholders. The goal is to expand housing options across all price points and types, streamline development processes, and foster broad community engagement. Nasha McCray, Assistant City Manager and April Albritton, Community Partners and Development Officer for the City of Greensboro join Talk City Greensboro to share details, respond to questions, and discuss the city's efforts to meet the pressing challenge of housing for our city. Listen in on a conversation that proved to be fruitful, noteworthy, and clarifying. Learn more about the Road to 10K by visiting https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/executive/city-manager-s-office/gsoroadto10k/about

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Community Theatre Greensboro has been presenting this story on stage for 30 years -- the longest running production of the show the "Wizard of Oz" in the country! Hear about Dorothy, Toto and all on this episode of Talk City Greensboro. Actresses Cami Stoutz and Devon Edmonson join us to share about their characters and friends as they return to the historic Carolina Theatre for two weeks of shows starting November 15. Watch, have fun, and learn how you can go see the show.

Talk City Greensboro is joined by Shonticia Loftin, a twenty-one-year veteran teacher with Guilford County Schools. Loftin talks about the importance of advocating for students, as well as the impact of career technical education (CTE). Guilford County Schools will host "Reality of Money" a session designed to teach and share financial literary skills. Where high school students can obtain real-life financial decision making. The event will take place on November 19th at Grimsley High School located in the gymnasium. Watch and learn about this incredible event. Plus, learn how you can support by way of volunteering and/or providing snacks. To volunteer contact Ms. Loftin at [email protected]

Invitamos a Marjorie Manzanares, ingeniera civil del Departamento de Transporte, para una conversación donde reconocemos las contribuciones y el impacto de la comunidad hispana tanto en la ciudad de Greensboro como en Carolina del Norte y en el país. Escucha el mensaje de Isabel Gil, quien nos brinda motivación para seguir adelante con la cabeza en alto.

Past state commander, Jarvis Bynum, and current commander of the Guilford County Disabled Veteran Chapter 20 organization stop by Talk City Greensboro and help educate us on how the DAV has served Greensboro. From offering rides for veterans to medical appointments to assisting veterans and their families with benefit assistance, the DAV has been here working to support the veterans of Guilford County. The conversation culminates by sharing information on the upcoming, seventh annual, Veterans Day Parade 2025. It will take place in downtown Greensboro on Saturday, November 8th at 12 noon. Visit www.gcdav20.com to learn more.

One City, One Book has returned for 2025. The campaign kicks off on Tuesday, October 7th with "Family, Legacy, Destiny: A One City, One Book Community Celebration. Join, Laura Carney, author of "My Father's List" as she leads different activities, discussions, and events including a "Bucket List" challenge during her residency which ends on October 22nd, 2025. Laura joins us on this episode of Talk City Greensboro to explain it all. Listen now to learn more, plus go to library.greensboro-nc.gov to take part.

Hosts of Talk City Greensboro have a visit with Latoya Harris, Organizational Effectiveness and Development Manager and Patricia Baker, Strategic Business Consultant for the City of Greensboro. Latoya and Patricia share the details of the 2nd Annual REACH Professional Development Sessions which took place in August of 2025. Professionals and other subject matter experts were brought in to help enrich and support the personal and career growth of city employees. Watch and learn more about how these sessions covered useful and impactful topics ranging from leadership engagement to estate planning. Hear

Talk City Greensboro talks American Sign Language (ASL) and healthcare on this episode of Talk City. Somer Stanley, CEO of MyASLTeacherRocks and Parents Rock Readiness program sits with us and shares her vision of making healthcare more accessible for marginalized communities. Somer shares how her organization has teamed up with other city institutions to help better communications, raise awareness and understanding for those where language and interpretation can be a barrier. Learn more at myaslteacherrocks.com

Dr. Shree Dorestant, Chief Sustainability Officer, and Jeff Sovich, Sustainability Planning Administrator for the Office of Sustainability and Resilience for the City of Greensboro, NC stop by Talk City Greensboro to share news about the upcoming challenge aimed at reducing waste and saving energy. Local government and communities have a friendly contest designed to make our North Carolina climate better. The challenge runs from September 8th through September 19th. Learn how you can participate at greensboro-nc.gov/osr

Sabías que la biblioteca es más que un lugar en donde puedes prestar libros? Invitamos a Beth Bowles, coordinadora de alcance Latino de la Biblioteca de Greensboro, quien nos comparte acerca de una variedad de programas y servicios disponibles para los residentes del condado de Guilford. Para más información: https://library.greensboro-nc.gov/home

Rena Comer with Caribbean Crusade for Christ Worldwide and Al Barnett Jr. with NC African Services Coalition join Talk City Greensboro. The two will discuss their collaborative effort with the 3rd Annual Back to School Giveaway and Health Screening event. Bookbag giveaways, health screening and more will take place Saturday, August 16th from 2PM to 4PM at 2240 East Cone Boulevard (the site of Guilford Preparatory Academy). The free bookbags are in limited supply.

Mixed media artist Yvonna D. Johnson is featured in Creative Greensboro’s Greensboro Residency for Original Works program from July 8 through August 18. Yvonna sits down with Talk City Greensboro and talks about using her GROW residency space to work on large-scale abstract collages while engaging with artists of all media and experience levels through public events and workshops. Johnson challenges the idea of what can be considered art while inviting the community to participate in its creation. View the conversation and learn more about Yvonna at www.yvonnadjohnsonstudio.com

Continuamos la conversación con la terapeuta Yubi. En este episodio nos informa de los diferentes tipos de profesionales que pueden ayudarnos a mejorar nuestro bienestar emocional. Tambien nos da consejos y un mensaje de esperanza: No estás solo/sola. Para más informacion o ayuda llame al 336-365-6178. About Yubi Aranda Sandoval