Commun ty Matters Lawrence Presbyterian Manor
April 2016
Presbyterian Manor names Art is Ageless competition winners Lawrence Presbyterian Manor hosted a reception in February to honor the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Angela Fonseca, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.”
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Awards were given to four artists in six categories, plus Best in Show. Winners in the juried competition were:
“Wherever a man turns, he can find someone who needs him.” –Albert Schweitzer
Best in Show (professional): Jewel Willhite, “Onions” Best in Show (amateur): Jack Royce Smithson, “Architectural Modern” Christmas (amateur): Jack Royce Smithson, “Christmas Tree ART, continued on page 3
Important roles are a work of heart Lawrence Presbyterian Manor is fortunate to have an extensive list of volunteers. On any given day you can find a smiling face sharing time and talents throughout the building. Our volunteers range from university and high school students to family members, friends from the Lawrence community and our current residents. Each year LPM honors its volunteers with a reception to show our gratitude for their efforts. This year’s event will be at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, in the chapel and recreation room.
“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature—the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after the winter.” –Rachel Carson
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PROJECT Community Matters is published monthly for residents and friends of Lawrence Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Christie Patrick, executive director Angela Fonseca, marketing director To submit or suggest articles, contact afonseca@pmma.org. Telephone: 785-841-4262 Fax: 785-841-0923 Address: 1429 Kasold Dr., Lawrence, KS 66049-3425 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. LawrencePresbyterianManor.org
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with Gifts” Mixed Media/Crafts (amateur): Jack Royce Smithson, “Coffee & Raindrops” Painting (professional): Jewel Willhite, “Onions” Painting (amateur): Jack Royce Smithson, “Architectural Modern” Quilting (amateur): Kathy Bruner, “Baby Quilt” Sculpture/3-D (professional): Carole Peters, “Kaw River Critter” Local competition winners will join winners from 17 other Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America communities to be judged at the masterpiece level. Winning entries at the masterpiece level may be selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Ageless calendar and note cards. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s Art is Ageless program encourages Lawrence Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health.
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