KRCC Newsletter

Today until 6pm! "THIS AMERICAN LIFE � LIVE!" Online-pledge incentive.

"This American Life -- Live!"

Thursday, May 1, 2008 - 6PM MDT

For the first time ever, a public radio show is coming to you LIVE on the big screen! Join "This American Life" host Ira Glass as he unveils never-before-seen stories and outtakes from the upcoming season of "TAL" television, performs a radio story, answers audience questions, and more!

ONE NIGHT ONLY, Ira will be on stage in New York City, where the show will be filmed in high definition and sent live via satellite onto movie screens across the country -- including theaters near you!

KRCC is the radio partner for this event at Tinseltown and Carefree Cinemark in Colorado Springs, and Tinseltown in Pueblo.

Buy Tickets Now

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE PREMIUM: If you were planning to become a new or renewing member of KRCC ($60 or more), now is the time! The next 24 people to renew or become new members at www.krcc.org/JOIN/ will receive an extra premium, a pair of passes to see "This American Life - Live!" (A $40 Value). Type "TAL TIX" and state your location preference in the comments field; we will accomodate your preference while supplies last, then first come, first served. Winners will be notified via email. OFFER EXPIRES AT 6PM, APRIL 24TH, 2008.

KRCC Newsletter Reminder: Spring 2008

Dear Friends,

KRCC's latest Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news . This month, we talk about the upcoming membership drive in April, upcoming concerts and events and give an update about our search for a News Director.

If you join or renew online, we have special incentive premiums for you! Even at the basic level you can receive ONE $10 EASY PARK CARD FOR DOWNTOWN COLORADO SPRINGS ($10 Value) or ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO THE COLORADO SPRINGS INDEPENDENT AND SUNDAY DENVER POST ($26 Value) or a $10 gift certificate from RETRO-MOTO TOYS in Manitou Springs! JOIN TODAY! http://www.krcc.org/join/ .

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at http://www.krcc.org/eb . If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://www.krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html, and you can get one here: http://www.krcc.org/join/ .

EMAIL EARLYBIRD CARD SPECIALS: EarlyBird cardholders only! You may choose ONE:

$15 gift certificate to IDORU--Urban Chic Clothing for Men & Women, 218 N Tejon St, Ste 100, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate at SABOZ--Shoe and Accessories Boutique, 129 1/2 N Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate at WAG 'N' WASH--Healthy Pet Center, with two locations: 1625 West Uintah and 1234 East Woodman, next to Relax the Back
OR
$15 gift certificate at RELAX THE BACK, 1234 East Woodman, next to WAG 'N' WASH
OR
$15 gift certificate for JACK QUINNS, 21 S Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate for SLAYTON'S BBQ, located at 806 Village Center Drive, in the Rockrimmon Safeway Shopping Center

***INSTRUCTIONS: Please be certain your EarlyBird card is current, then email your name, address, and certificate preference to contests@krcc.org , or stop by the station and present your CURRENT EarlyBird Card. Please only one certificate per EarlyBird card... this offer is valid until 5PM, Friday, March 28th, 2008 or until our supply of certificates has been exhausted.

The Sounds of South by Southwest... the rest of the week, be sure to tune in at 11am everyday for a different concert from SXSW. Wednesday features Yo La Tengo, Thursday Jens Lekman and Friday The Whigs... plus Friday at 1pm, we'll feature a full-length, two-hour concert from R.E.M., featuring a preview of nearly their entire forthcoming album.

Upcoming KRCC sponsored event/concerts:
3/28/08 Etta James at the Pikes Peak Center
3/29/08 Art Garfunkel at the Pikes Peak Center
4/4/08 Daniel Johnston at the Smokebrush
4/9/08 BB King at the Pikes Peak Center
4/20/08 Amy Goodman at KRCC's open house
4/21/08 Kimya Dawson at the Black Sheep
5/1/08 This American Life - live! at AMC movie theaters in Colorado Springs and Pueblo
5/8/08 Wilco
6/14/08 Ira Glass at Armstrong Hall
6/21/08 Blues Under the Bridge II, feat. Koko Taylor

Sincerely,

Delaney, Greg, Jennifer, Jeff, Mary Ellen, Mike, Vicky & all of KRCC's Part-time and Volunteer Staff.

KRCC-FM / Radio Colorado College
719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727 / www.krcc.org
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

912 North Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Where in the world is that, you say?
It's here--> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=912+N+Weber+St,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903

IRA GLASS in Colorado Springs, June 14th, 2008

'THIS AMERICAN LIFE' HOST IRA GLASS
The 'best radio host in America' is coming to Colorado Springs

KRCC and the Fine Arts Center are proud to bring Ira Glass, host and producer of the public radio program, This American Life, to Colorado Springs for a Masterpiece Series Lecture on Saturday, June 14, at Armstrong Hall on the campus of Colorado College at 8 p.m.

Tickets are available for KRCC and FAC Members only for the period of March 11 through March 31. Get yours now at KRCC or by calling 719.473.4801.

We are very excited to bring Ira Glass to Colorado Springs, and to the members of KRCC and the Fine Arts Center. Ira Glass's "This American Life" has been a longtime favorite of KRCC listeners, consistently ranking in the top 5 shows aired on KRCC.

Over 1.7 million listeners now hear Ira Glass on more than 500 public radio stations each week. Most weeks, the podcast of the program is the most popular podcast in America.

Under Glass' editorial direction, This American Life has won the highest honors for broadcasting and journalistic excellence, including the Peabody and Edward R. Murrow awards. The American Journalism Review declared that the show is "at the vanguard of a journalistic revolution." In 2001, Time magazine named Glass "Best Radio Host in America."

In 2007, Riverhead Books published The New Kings of Non-Fiction, a collection of narrative nonfiction essays chosen by Ira Glass. A feature film, Unaccompanied Minors, based on a story from the radio show was released by Warner Brothers in December 2006. The show has put out its own comic book, three greatest hits compilations, a paint-by-numbers set, a "radio decoder" toy, and a DVD, which was created with cartoonist Chris Ware.

In March 2007, the television adaptation of This American Life premiered on Showtime to great critical acclaim and was nominated for three Emmy awards. While producing the series for the cable network, Glass and his staff continue to create original radio shows.

"Mr. Glass is a journalist but also a storyteller who filters his interviews and impressions through a distinctive literary imagination, an eccentric intelligence, and a sympathetic heart."
-- The New York Times

This American Life can be heard on KRCC 91.5:
� Saturday at noon
� Sunday at 4 p.m.
� Thursdays at 10 p.m. on HD2

To purchase tickets, call KRCC at 719.473.4801:
� $25 FAC & KRCC Members
� $35 non-members & day of show, available April 1, 2008

KRCC Newsletter Reminder: February 2008

Dear Friends,

KRCC's latest Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news . This month, we talk about Eric Whitney's move to a new job, PeakRadar, events we've recently attended, new programs, and MANY other things.

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at http://www.krcc.org/eb . If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://www.krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html

EMAIL EARLYBIRD CARD SPECIALS: EarlyBird cardholders only! You may choose ONE:

$15 gift certificate for NOVIS FRAME AND ART, located at 206 1/2 N Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate to IDORU--Urban Chic Clothing for Men & Women, 218 N Tejon St, Ste 100, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate at SABOZ--Shoe and Accessories Boutique, 129 1/2 N Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate at WAG 'N' WASH--Healthy Pet Center, with two locations: 1625 West Uintah and 1234 East Woodman, next to Relax the Back
OR
$15 gift certificate at RELAX THE BACK, 1234 East Woodman, next to WAG 'N' WASH
OR
$15 gift certificate for JACK QUINNS, 21 S Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs,
OR
$15 gift certificate for SLAYTON'S BBQ, located at 806 Village Center Drive, in the Rockrimmon Safeway Shopping Center
OR
A certificate for ONE-POUND of BUYWELL FAIR-TRADE COFFEE from SPARROW HAWK GOURMET COOKWARE, located at 12 East Bijou, downtown Colorado Springs.

***INSTRUCTIONS: Please be certain your EarlyBird card is current, then email your name, address, and certificate preference to contests@krcc.org , or stop by the station and present your CURRENT EarlyBird Card. Please only one certificate per EarlyBird card... this offer is valid until 5PM, Friday, February 8th, 2008 or until our supply of certificates has been exhausted.

Upcoming KRCC sponsored concerts:
Sunday, February 10, 2008
***Melvin Seals and the Jerry Garcia Band
Playing at The Silver Moon, located at 117 E. Las Vegas Colorado Springs on Sunday, February 10th. From blues to funk to rock to bluegrass, the band that backed Jerry will be jammin' for you on Sunday the 10th of February. Get $5 off the $15 general admission price when you're a member of KRCC (tickets available at the station).

Sunday, February 10, 2008
***National Recording Artist "Sean Costello" ( http://www.seancostello.com/ )
Playing at Merlinos' Belvedere in Ca�on City. This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY, children welcome, show from 3-6pm. Dinner & show is $30. General admission is $13 in advance and $18 day of show. Doors open 2pm, show 3-6pm. Get $3 off the $13 general admission price when you're a member of KRCC (tickets available at the station).

Sincerely,

Delaney, Greg, Jennifer, Jeff, Mary Ellen, Mike, Vicky & all of KRCC's Part-time and Volunteer Staff.

KRCC-FM / Radio Colorado College
719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727 / www.krcc.org
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

912 North Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Where in the world is that, you say?
It's here--> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=912+N+Weber+St,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903

etown Live Radio Show Taping Tonight!

Friday, October 19, 2007

TONIGHT!!! KRCC Concerts and the Colorado Springs Independent present:
A Live ETown Radio Show Taping with Loudon Wainwright III and Bettye LaVette

Doors open at 6:30pm, show at 7pm, Armstrong Hall, Colorado College, 14 E Cache la Poudre, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903.
$20 General Admission, tickets at KRCC, 912 North Weber Street (untill 5pm), or at the door.

Learn more by calling 719-473-4801 or 800-748-2727.

Hope to see you there!

-The KRCC Crew

KRCC Newsletter Reminder: October 2007

Dear Friends,

Thanks to all who have sent letters, emails and flowers, mourning the loss of Mario Valdes. Your words have been a huge comfort. I can't tell you how much we appreciate the kindness with which you have generously showered us! Contributions for Mario's future memorial may be made to the Mario Valdes Memorial Fund, c/o American National Bank, 102 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

We think the best way to honor Mario is to get our noses back to the grindstone, making KRCC better than ever. So, it's back to business... onward with the Fall Membership Campaign, plus a slew of concerts!

KRCC's latest Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news . This month, we make fun of ourselves for accidentally sending out last Spring's fundraising letter, talk about station visitors, explain Rocky Mountain Community Radio and celebrate its latest member--KUNC, and discuss upcoming program changes. We also give the member vote tally for last Spring's drive.

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at http://www.krcc.org/eb . If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://www.krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html (you can also get one at http://www.krcc.org/join/ )

EMAIL EARLYBIRD SPECIALS: EarlyBirds only! You may choose ONE: $15 gift certificate for NOVIS FRAME AND ART, located at 206 1/2 N Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs, OR $15 gift certificate to IDORU--Urban Chic Clothing for Men & Women, 218 N Tejon St, Ste 100, downtown Colorado Springs, OR $15 gift certificate at SABOZ--Shoe and Accessories Boutique, 129 1/2 N Tejon St, downtown Colorado Springs.

***INSTRUCTIONS: Please be certain your EarlyBird card is current, then email your name, address, and certificate preference to contests@krcc.org , or stop by the station and present your CURRENT EarlyBird Card. Please only one certificate per EarlyBird card... this offer is valid until 5PM, Friday, October 5th, 2007 or until our supply of certificates has been exhausted.

Upcoming KRCC concerts:
10/12/07: Son De Madera
10/18/07: Los Straightjackets with guest vocalist Big Sandy
10/19/07: A Live ETown Radio Show Taping with Loudon Wainwright III and Bettye LaVette
10/30/07: Tab Benoit
11/10/07: Psychedelic Psock-hop!

Sincerely,

Delaney, Eric, Greg, Jennifer, Jeff, Mary Ellen, Mike & all of KRCC's Part-time and Volunteer Staff.

KRCC-FM
719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727 / www.krcc.org
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

912 North Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Where in the world is that, you say?
It's here--> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=912+N+Weber+St,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903

Memorial Service for Mario Valdes

Friends,

A memorial service for Mario Valdes will happen this Friday, September 21st, at Shove Chapel on the Colorado College campus at 1pm. You can call us for more information: 473-4801 or 800-748-2727.

We really appreciate all of your notes and condolences.

Delaney Utterback and the KRCC crew

Sad news about Mario.

Dear Friends,

We are deeply saddened to bring you the news that KRCC's mentor, friend and former station manager, Mario Valdes, passed away this morning. He was with family, and died peacefully. We will provide you with more information about memorial services and tributes in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Mario's obituary follows.

-Delaney Utterback and the KRCC crew

Mario Benedict Valdes
April 3, 1953 � September 14, 2007

Mario Valdes entered eternal life on September 14, 2007. He was born in Havana, Cuba on April 3, 1953. His father was a dealer of import/export domestics and the family moved to New York City when Mario was a 2-year old. He grew up in Brooklyn and Queens and attended Brooklyn Technical High School.

In third grade, Mario determined he had three goals in life: to be a New York City cab driver, to design houses and to run a radio station. After briefly living in Miami, 19 year-old Mario returned to New York and drove a yellow cab in Manhattan for a year--his most famous passenger being Katherine Hepburn.

Mario attended Oklahoma State University to study architecture and moved to Denver in the mid 1970s to begin a career as an architectural designer. For several years he designed beautiful custom homes and offices for clients in Denver, Perry Park, Monument and Colorado Springs.

A music collector, Mario started at radio station KRCC in 1979. He became the station's manager and first paid employee in 1980 and first full-time employee in 1983. He left the station in 2006. As station manager he created the blueprint of what KRCC is today. He was instrumental in bringing National Public Radio to Colorado Springs and all the listening areas throughout southern Colorado.

Mario was married to wife Donna from 1982-2000; their son, Adam was born in 1986. Mario enjoyed giving Adam the unique opportunity of meeting such personalities as Johnny Winter, Lyle Lovett and Randy Newman at the concerts which KRCC produced in the early 1990s.

A self-proclaimed "political junkie", Mario thoroughly enjoyed the intricacies, philosophies and personalities of politics. As a naturalized United States citizen, he held close to his heart the personal rights and freedom of his country.

Mario's favorite peaceful past-time was fishing. He particularly enjoyed the many times he spent fishing with his son at 11 Mile Reservoir and Lake Powell, Utah.

Mario was preceded in death by his mother Gilda Valdes and grandparents Jacqueline and Jean Gall. He is survived by his son, Adam Valdes; his sisters Joyce Skowron and Frances Collado; his nephew Luis Hernandez and his father Mario Valdes. He is also survived by many dear friends including Shari Montgomery, Pat Bass Black, Delaney Utterback and Donna (Valdes) Sheloski.

Memorial information to follow.

KRCC June 2007 Newsletter Reminder

Dear Friends,

The June 2007 KRCC Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news .

This month we talk about KRCC's Blues Under the Bridge, offer many thanks to all the donors, volunteers and staff for our successful Spring Membership Drive, plus, I give a quick update on a couple KRCC projects that are in the works.

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at http://www.krcc.org/eb. If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html (you can also get one at http://www.krcc.org/join/ )

Don't miss Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles! This weekend.

In a musical tradition dominated by male groups, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles are true revolutionaries. Despite the pink charros and model-perfect looks, the women who form this group are outstanding musicians who have taken the mariachi genre by surprise with their creativity and skill. "La Reyna" came into existence through the auspices of the Mariachi Heritage Society, a non-profit organization established by Jose Hernandez, musical director of Los Angeles' renowned Mariachi Sol de Mexico. Ranging in ages from 13 to 34, the mujeres of Mariachi Reyna reflect a wide variety of mariachi and other musical influences, but all share a love of the uniquely Mexican music and its traditions. Sponsored by the Pike's Peak Library District 2007 World Music Series, the Summer Festival of the Arts, Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration and KRCC.

THE MUJERES OF MARIACHI REYNA WILL PERFORM A FREE CONCERT ON ARMSTRONG QUAD AT CC ON SATURDAY, JUNE 9TH AT 7PM. A FREE FAMILY FESTIVAL DAY THEN HAPPENS ON SUNDAY, JUNE 10 AT 2:30 PM IN THE PIKES PEAK CENTER. More information at 719-389-6607.

EMAIL EARLYBIRD SPECIAL: EarlyBirds only! You may choose ONE: $15 gift certificate at LA PETITE MAISON located at 1015 West Colorado Avenue, in Colorado Springs.

***INSTRUCTIONS: Please be certain your EarlyBird card is current, then email your name, address, and certificate preference to contests@krcc.org , or stop by the station and present your CURRENT EarlyBird Card. Please only one certificate per EarlyBird card... this offer is valid until 5PM, Monday, June 11th, 2007 or until our supply of certificates has been exhausted.

Sincerely,

Delaney, Eric, Greg, Jennifer, Jeff, Mary Ellen, Mike & all of KRCC's Part-time and Volunteer Staff.

PS We experienced a power outage at our Deer Peak translator yesterday due to the severe winds. We believe everything is back in working order today. However, if you find that your signal is still missing or degraded, please drop us an email: delaney@krcc.org . Thank you!

KRCC-FM
719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727 / www.krcc.org
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

912 North Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Where in the world is that, you say?
It's here--> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=912+N+Weber+St,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903

KRCC April 2007 Open House and Newsletter Reminder

Dear Friends,

The April 2007 KRCC Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news .

This month we talk about KRCC's Open House and improvements we've recently made to our website.

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at http://www.krcc.org/eb. If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html (you can also get one at http://www.krcc.org/join/ )

KRCC's EarlyBird membership campaign is rolling right along. So far, we've taken a big bite out of our $185,000 goal! Thank you!

Please come to KRCC for our OPEN HOUSE this weekend! Now is the LAST chance to get an EarlyBird Card and select from our special PRE-DRIVE PREMIUMS.

Stop by 912 North Weber, just north of Cache la Poudre and Weber! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, April 21st & 22nd (11AM-6PM)

KRCC staff and volunteers will be here all weekend signing up new and renewing members for EarlyBird Cards, giving TOURS and passing out goodies to the kids.

PLUS...
On Saturday, you can hear the deep country blues of John-Alex Mason from 1-3pm in Autry Field, behind KRCC. And on Sunday, Ed Parsons performs gypsy jazz from 1-3pm, also behind KRCC.

Both days, we invite you to enjoy BBQ from Slayton's and to bring the kids for a bounce in the bounce house we'll have in the field behind KRCC. Come meet KRCC's staff, take a tour of the house, leave you mark on the hall of members, and become a member of KRCC. Ensure that you get your EarlyBird card-- Sunday at 6pm is the deadline!

If you've already made your contribution, stop by anyway!!! We love to see the faces that make KRCC possible! This weekend is also a great time to fetch your T-Shirt! This design has been a big hit. Be sure you get yours.

If you can't make it, but would still like to receive your EarlyBird Card, join KRCC online at http://www.krcc.org/join/ or give us a call at 719-473-4801, or TOLL-FREE 800-748-2727. All memberships PAID before 6PM, Sunday, April 22nd, will receive an Early-Bird Card!

We look forward to seeing you!!!

Sincerely,

Delaney, Eric, Greg, Jennifer, Jeff, Mary Ellen, Mike & all of KRCC's Part-time and Volunteer Staff.

PS We're still looking for volunteers to answer phones and help to assemble and break-down equipment for the concerts. If you can help, please contact Mike Procell: mike@krcc.org .

KRCC-FM
719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727 / www.krcc.org
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

912 North Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Where in the world is that, you say?
It's here--> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=912+N+Weber+St,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903

KRCC March 2007 Newsletter Reminder

Dear Friends -

Tonight, KRCC will be at McCabes Tavern, 520 S Tejon. We'll be helping This American Life make its national television debut tomorrow, March 22, on the Showtime network by playing a special, station-authorized, hour-long premier of the show, starting around 6pm (a day early!). Following the premier, you can stick around for a special This American Life pub quiz with the Geeks Who Drink. Hope to see you there!

The March 2007 KRCC Newsletter is up on the website, just follow this link for the full text--> http://www.krcc.org/news .

This month Mike updates you on Mike. Eric gives an update from the News Department. I discuss program changes, KRCC's restructure and tell you about our upcoming membership drive.

We just posted a bunch of offers for KRCC EarlyBird Card holders at www.krcc.org/eb. If you're not sure what an EarlyBird Card is, you can find out here: http://krcc.org/support/index_earlybird.html.

EMAIL EARLYBIRD SPECIALS: EarlyBirds only! You may choose ONE: $15 gift certificate for SLAYTON'S BARBECUE, located at 806 Village Center Drive, in the Rockrimmon Safeway Shopping Center in Colorado Springs, OR a $15 gift certificate at LA PETITE MAISON located at 1015 West Colorado Avenue, also in Colorado Springs.

***INSTRUCTIONS: Please be certain your EarlyBird card is current, then email your name, address, and certificate preference to contests@krcc.org , or stop by the station and present your CURRENT EarlyBird Card. Please only one certificate per EarlyBird card... this offer is valid until 5PM, Friday, March 23rd, 2007 or until our supply of certificates has been exhausted.

Delaney Utterback
KRCC-FM General Manager
NPR Member Station for Southern Colorado
A Member Supported Service of Colorado College

719-473-4801 / 800-748-2727
912 North Weber Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

PS KRCC is LISTENER SUPPORTED public radio. You can join online (and get your EarlyBird Card!) at our secure page: http://www.krcc.org/join .