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GU I D E to Y E L L OW S P R I NG S | 2O22 – 2O23 87 COMMUN I TY L I S T I NGS | GU I D E to Y E L OW S P R I NG S | 2O2 – 2O23 87 the community. Begun in the 1950s and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1972, the YSAC supports over 200 local creative workers each year. In 2008, the YSAC launched the YSAC Community Gallery and Multi-Arts Center. YSAC increased its ar ts advocacy role in 2012, which led to the Yellow Springs Village Council ’s adoption of a Public Arts Policy in January 2013. Regional publicity for YSAC-sup- ported events brings thousands of visitors to Yellow Springs annually for arts-related events. The multi-Ar ts Center is again open to the public. There may be some restrictions (mask, space) due to changes with the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information on mem- bership and support opportunities, visit ysartscouncil.org. Yellow Springs Chamber Orchestra CONTACT: James Johnston, music director EMAIL: delphi@ameritech.net WEB: ysmusic.org The Yellow Springs Chamber Orchestra welcomes all intermedi- ate and advanced string players and selected woodwind and brass play- ers in consultation with the music director. Ability to read music is necessary. The ensemble gives two to three concerts a year, frequently with chorus, and per forms stan- dard reper toire from the 18th to the 21st centuries. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings, 7:30–9 p.m., in the First Presbyterian Church. Yellow Springs Strings CONTACT: Shirley Mullins, 937‑767‑3361; Marna Street, 513‑236‑0248 EMAIL: streetmusic@live.com Yel low Spr ings Str ings is a string orchestra for adults that meets Tuesdays, 7–8:30 p.m., at the Yellow Springs Senior Center. Play- ers of modest-to-advanced levels of proficiency are welcome. There are no fees for par ticipation. The ensemble is conducted by Shirley Mullins. Children and young adults join with the ensemble for special occa- sions. Membership is fluid; college students home for vacation, chil- dren of orchestra members, etc. are welcome. The Yellow Springs Strings is assisted by the Yellow Springs Youth Orchestra Associa- tion. Yellow Springs Theater Company CONTACT: Lorrie Sparrow‑Knapp EMAIL: ystheatercompany@gmail. com WEB: facebook.com/ystcohio; ystheater.org With a belief that theater can enrich the soul, challenge the mind and expand the heart of the diverse community in which it serves, the Yellow Springs Theater Company is committed to producing new and classic works of theater that fear- lessly examine and illuminate the human condition: past, present and future. Formed in 2014, YSTC comprises local ar tists, actors, directors and musicians. Through performances of new and classic plays, as well as the Yellow Springs 10 Minute Play festival, YSTC aims to present high quality and affordable theatrical per- formances for local audiences that both entertain and resonate. Yellow Springs Youth Orchestra Association CONTACT: Suzanne Grote EMAIL: YSMusic@gmail.com WEB: ysyoa.org The Yellow Springs Youth Orches- tra Association, YSYOA, was estab- lished in 1964 to promote and sup- port music activities and education for youth in Yellow Springs. Today that support is offered to the entire community and includes musicians of all ages and abilities. YSYOA sup- ports local school music programs, of fers a summer music camp, pro- vides scholarships for camps and instruction and presents recitals and concerts, including multi-gen- erational activities such as Yellow Springs Strings. COMM U N I CA T I ON S WYSO Public Radio CONTACT: 937‑767‑6420 EMAIL: wyso@wyso.org WEB: wyso.org WYSO Public Radio, 91.3 FM, is the most listened-to public radio station ser ving the Miami Valley. It was founded by Antioch College students in 1958 as a community radio station. In 2019, the station separated from Antioch College. The broadcast license now belongs to the community. WYSO is the area’s primar y source for NPR programming and produces local news repor ts and features, the weekly magazine “WYSO Weekend” and many locally hosted music programs. WYSO broadcasts at 50,000 watts to a weekly audience of 70,000. WYSO depends on listener and business suppor t for most of its operating budget. Businesses may contact the station to reach WYSO’s audience through underwriting mes- sages. Information on programs and memberships and audio streaming are available at wyso.org . Yellow Springs Community Access CONTACT: Lacey Fox, Station Manager; Council Chambers, John Bryan Community Center, 937‑767‑7803. Appointment times available upon request. EMAIL: communityaccess@gmail. com WEB: YouTube.com/YellowSpring‑ sCommunityAccess Yel low Spr ings Communi ty Access (YSCA) is a local cable tele- vision station available to Spectrum cable subscribers (Channel 5) and online at YouTube. The station broadcasts local government meet- ings and receives submissions from other local organizations. All local groups and residents may submit video projects they choose to share with the community. Submitted announcements of local events are aired throughout the day, inter- spersed between programs. Vi l lagers and organizat ions are encouraged to submit photos, videos and announcements promot- ing local ar ts and culture. Station cameras and tripods are available on loan for residents who would like to record a community event or public meeting. Basic training is available with advance notice. The station is run by a part-time station manager. Yellow Springs News CONTACT: P.O. Box 187, 253 Xenia Ave., 937‑767‑7373; fax: 937‑767‑2042 EMAIL: ysnews@ysnews.com WEB: ysnews.com Founded in 1880, the Yellow Springs News is an award-winning, independent, weekly newspaper that serves Yellow Springs and beyond with timely, accurate and essential information to keep the government accountable, promote civic engage- ment, celebrate village life and pre- serve local history. Its mission is to create journalism anchored in integ- rity, accountability and transparency. Deadl ine for submissions is Monday, 5 p.m., the week of publi- cation. COMM U N I T Y O R GAN I Z A T I ON S The 365 Project CONTACT: John Gudgel EMAIL: the365projectys@gmail.com WEB: the365projectys.org The 365 Project is a local volunteer organization that serves as a catalyst organization to challenge and sup- por t the people of Yellow Springs and Miami Township to engage criti- cally and respectfully in dialogue and action that promotes and sustains diverse African-American heritage and culture and educational equity, 365 days a year. The 365 Project meets monthly and has sponsored the annual Elaine Comegys Film Fest, community conversations and myriad other activities. For more information, contact the group or John Gudgel directly at jwgudge@sbcglobal.net. African-American Genealogy Group CONTACT: Robert L. Harris, 937‑767‑1949 EMAIL: rharris25@woh.rr.com WEB: aaggmv.org The African-American Geneal- ogy Group of the Miami Valley is a nonprofit ser vice and educational organization devoted to the promo- tion of African-American genealogy and the study of black and family histories. The organization’s main goals are to search for ancestors, their identification and their documen- tation. Activities include lectures, networking, workshops and field trips for genealogical purposes. The organization also encourages the writing of personal family his- tories and suppor ts historical and genealogical societies. Membership is open to everyone. Meetings are held monthly at various locations throughout the Miami Valley and southwestern Ohio. For a current schedule of meetings, visit aaday- tononline.org or call 937-222-2211. The cur rent of f icers of the AAGGMV: President , Thomas D. Jordan; Vice-President, Judith Casey; Treasurer, Sandra Ricker; Secretary, Rosalyn Givens. Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice CONTACT: Susan Jennings, P.O. Box 243; 131 E. Dayton Yellow Springs Rd., 937‑767‑2161 EMAIL: info@agrariacenter.org WEB: agrariacenter.org The Agraria Center for Regen- erative Practice — formerly the