Thank you RU12? Volunteers!

 On January, 18, 2010, people of all ages and backgrounds will come together to improve lives, bridge social barriers, and move our nation closer to the “Beloved Community” that Dr. King envisioned. Dr. Martin Luther King devoted his life’s work to causes of equality and social justice. He taught that through nonviolence and service to one another, problems such as hunger and homelessness, prejudice and discrimination can be overcome. 

On this day, Americans of every age and background celebrate Dr. King through service projects that:

    •    Strengthen Communities
Dr. King recognized the power of service to strengthen communities and achieve common goals. Through his words and example, Dr. King challenged individuals to take action and lift up their neighbors and communities through service.
    

    •    Empower Individuals
Dr. King believed each individual possessed the power to lift himself or herself up no matter what his or her circumstances – rich or poor, black or white, man or woman. Whether teaching literacy skills, helping an older adult surf the Web, or helping an individual build the skills they need to acquire a job, acts of service can help others improve their own lives while doing so much for those who serve, as well.
    

    •    Bridge Barriers
In his fight for civil rights, Dr. King inspired Americans to think beyond themselves, look past differences, and work toward equality. Serving side by side, community service bridges barriers between people and teaches us that in the end, we are more alike than we are different.

We would like to especially thank all of the amazing volunteers who throughout the year have donated their time and talents to RU12?  With your help RU12? Community Center is making a difference in people’s lives and the greater community!

Comments

[Maggie Z]

Hello Gals ! Coming soon on Woodbury Lake VT " Girls Night out ".....Come out and help us celebrate the beautiful women that we are. Meet new friends. Hang out with old friends. Eat the best pizza in VT along with Zuccardi family wine. Music to sooth your soul or kick up your heels. Info coming soon on date and time.....make the trip!, you'll be so glad you did ! Maggie, White Rock Pizza
"Get a piece at the Rock !"

[Thomas F. Clougher]

Hello, RU12.

I was referred to you by Tim Tavcar and Joyce (last name slips my mind) at the Thomas Wood Gallery at Vermont College for the Fine Arts in Montpelier, VT.

We have 26 paintings of male nude studies including some female nude and clothed studies.

They are part of the estate of Richard C. Wood, our uncle, who passed away January 8, 2010. None of the cousins wants the paintings. Tim and Joyce advised us in no way destroy them and that you might want them.

I also will be contacting Centenary College where Richard was an Art Professor for twenty-five years (1972-1997) in Hackettstown, NJ. They sent a vice-president from Centenary to the memorial service on January 23rd. He said that the college plans to have a retrospective of his works. Tim and Joyce advised that the college probably would like to have these paintings in their collection or archives.

Richard was gay and would probably have been delighted for the Community Center, The Gay and Lesbian Alliance and similar groups to have these works.

I have your telephone number and will call tomorrow. I hope this e-mail reaches someone who can accept some of these works.

Tom and Sandy Clogher