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  • Creative Steps to Inclusion - Lisa Szilagyi

    Creative Steps to Inclusion - Lisa Szilagyi
    Jun 18 2025
    Lisa Szilagyi began her career in special education after the birth of her daughter Emily who was born with “Tuberous Sclerosis Complex” or TSC. An award winning Special Education Teacher, Lisa has been involved with the TSC Alliance, created multiple programs connecting people with and without disabilities, and more. Today, Lisa is the co-founder, President & Program Director of The Aurelia Foundation’s Creative Steps Day Program for adults with developmental disabilities. https://www.creativesteps.org/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    50 min
  • Disabled Does Not Mean Unable - Kevin Schultze

    Disabled Does Not Mean Unable - Kevin Schultze
    Jun 5 2025
    Kevin Schultze joins us from the Farmingdale Public Library, where he works through Helen Keller Services’ work experience program. One of his many duties at the library is creating and hosting their first ever podcast, “Beyond the Rotunda”, where Kevin interviews authors, people of interest from the community and more. https://www.farmingdalelibrary.org/ https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-rotunda-pod2/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    43 min
  • Keeping Our Community Clean - Nadine Delmonte

    Keeping Our Community Clean - Nadine Delmonte
    May 22 2025
    Nadine Delmonte is 3 years into her 1st term as Port Washington Garbage District Commissioner. A Port Washington native, she attended Boston University and is a former owner of LaMotta’s Waterside Restaurant in Port Washington. https://pwgarbagedistrict.com/home-page Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    30 min
  • Dream Creator - Stacey Saltzman

    Dream Creator - Stacey Saltzman
    May 8 2025
    Stacey Saltzman, and her “My Style Camp” studio invites viewing fashion as a vehicle for self-expression. At the start, it was Pop-Up workshops and utilizing her garage for classes! Today, a thriving studiowhere children, tweens and adults learn to design, sew and upcycle and repurpose clothing and accessories. Stacey's philosophy creates a safe space for creativity, self-expression, following following your own creative muse and fostering self confidence! https://mystylecamp.com/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    42 min
  • Being the Mayor : It's all about problem solving - Mayor John Popeleski

    Being the Mayor : It's all about problem solving - Mayor John Popeleski
    Apr 23 2025
    Having previously worked for the Water District, the Fire Department and more, Mayor John Popeleski of the Village of Manorhaven, New York has worked in the public sector for over 30 years. Affectionately known as “Mayor Pop,” he has served on the Village board as a Trustee since 2016 and Mayor since 2022. Most recently, Mayor Pop welcomed TNC Chocolate Lab to our new location in the Village with open arms! Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    49 min
  • Mission Accomplished: Serving Those in Need - Sister Kathy Somerville

    Mission Accomplished: Serving Those in Need - Sister Kathy Somerville
    Apr 9 2025
    For over four decades, Sister Kathy has served as Director of Parish Outreach at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Port Washington. As a primary advocate for those in need, particularly the most vulnerable and those without a voice, OLF Parish Outreach assesses and meets the specific needs of community members. Sister Kathy and OLF Parish Outreach work closely with TNC's Port Provides pantry program, which serves 3,500 neighbors in need with essential items, including cleaning supplies, personal care items and more. https://olfpw.org/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, Jason, and Amanda. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    32 min
  • Paintbrush In-Hand Wherever She Goes - Michelle Shain

    Paintbrush In-Hand Wherever She Goes - Michelle Shain
    Mar 26 2025

    Michelle Shain has lived in Port Washington, NY for 28 years with paintbrush-in-hand wherever she goes- on the road, on a boat, train or plane. Michelle’s art ranges a variety of mediums and topics from graphic design and ad campaigns, to murals, children’s books and so much more. Shain was instrumental in the design and launch of the Residents’ Mural Project, which highlights Port Washington’s rich beauty, present and past. Between this project and her many local business and nonprofit clients, Michelle’s work is seen and admired all over Port Washington, NY.

    http://www.m44art.com/

    Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, Jason, and Amanda. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    33 min
  • Take Your Library Wherever You Go - Keith Klang

    Take Your Library Wherever You Go - Keith Klang
    Mar 12 2025

    Keith Klang - Born & raised in Port Washington, NY, Keith earned a Masters Degree in Library Science from Queens College, Queens, NY. He began working at the Port Washington Public Library (PWPL) in 2009 and has served as Library Director since 2018. Under Keith’s leadership, the PWPL has focused on inclusiveness with a new mission and vision statement, an updated strategic plan, the creation of an Adult Learning Center for ESL classes and more ADA accessible spaces. His favorite book is the next book he reads at the Library.

    Mission Statement: The Port Washington Public Library is an inclusive center for community engagement, knowledge, and personal enrichment

    Vision Statement: To enhance the well-being of every community member https://pwpl.org/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, Jason, and Amanda. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    46 min