Our much-admired, longtime member Ethel Wertman, known for her accomplishments and her caring nature, died peacefully at her home earlier this month. Read More
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Members Gather for Great Poets, the Great Falls, and Great Times
The outdoors beckons and our members are ready! They got together for poetry in the park, for a walk in Braddock Park, featuring the Manhattan skyline, and for insider tours of Paterson’s Great Falls National Historic Park.More Photos
Timing of Reopening for In-Person Activities is a Moving Target
When it comes to in-person activities, open vs. closed is not a simple decision that can be made on the basis of one or two variables, says member and scientist Mary Matsui.
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Gathering in the Great Outdoors
Several members have answered the invitation of our Social Affairs Committee to lead a hike, a stroll, or other fun get-together. In March, small groups got together for an invigorating hike, an inspiring morning of bird-watching, and a fun kite-flying adventure.
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Despite the Snow, Cold, and Covid, Camaraderie Finds a Way
The power of suggestion–“Want to come out for a while?”–spurred Society members Ron and Lisa Schwartz to create cocktail parties in their driveway. Now, hearty souls in warm clothing drop by for some socially distanced fun!Read More
Remembering Bruno Danese
Dear Fellow Member, It is with great sorrow that I bring you the message that our member of very long standing, Bruno Danese, died last Sunday (Nov. 22). Bruno, along […]
