Clinton Township Newsletter

1 3 j u n e 2 0 2 4 w o m e N ' S F o r u m – S h a r i N g w i S D o m Dear Ladies, Matisse was unstoppable. From a relentless commitment to creating new concepts in art all through adulthood, the later years found him beset by serious illness and yet he continued, often from bed. What was his drive?? Was it a wanderlust into discovery which fueled his spirit with such intensity that even physical impairment could not stop it? (Remember Frida Kahlo, practically crippled and bedridden at so many stages of her life and pouring all her passions onto the canvas. And, Seraphine de Senlis, pulling from the depths of her mental illness to collect bits and pieces of earth and plants and candle wax from the local church, and blood from the butcher shop to create her own paints and then transfer them onto the canvas in her vibrant and mystifying paintings!) Some art historians credit Matisse's later years as being the time when he produced his best work. If that be the case, what does it say about his years of maturity and creativity? In his case was it a form of therapy? Or, in defiance of the ravages of age? A refuge? Or was it the life force that keeps the artist going - through illness, poverty, and even madness, akin to breathing? This June we will dedicate the month to study and honor Matisse. At our luncheon event we'll start with a comprehensive documentary that takes us from his artistic beginnings, through all the phases of his creative journey, to his last and most precious work, the serenely beautiful chapel in the town of Vence, France. MATISSE LUNCHEON Thursday, June 6 at noon. Dillon Library, Bedminster, NJ. Admission $20. To register, contact: womensforumusa@gmail.com. Continuing our month of Matisse, on Thursday June 27, we'll be heading to the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, home to an impressive collection of Matisses including the famous panels, The Dance!! And, to our good fortune, along with all the wonderful pieces hanging in the galleries, our visit coincides with a special exhibit of Matisse and Renoir!! TRIP TO THE BARNES FOUNDATION Thursday, June 27, leaving the Dillon Library, Bedminster NJ at 9am. Return trip at 3pm. Admission 45. Does not include entrance to the museum. FYI there is a cafe at the museum. To register, contact: womensforumusa@ gmail.com. June, the beautiful early summer month of weddings and graduations is also the month when we pay tribute to our fathers. To the Wonderful Fathers who raised us, to our Husbands, the Fathers of our children, to the Grandfathers, to our Sons and Sons-in-law who are in the thick of it now, to the Step-Dads, the good Uncles, Cousins, Friends, Teachers, Coaches and Pet Dads, WF celebrates you and extends a loving heartfelt Thank You, and Happy Father's Day! To register for our events contact: womensforumusa@gmail.com My best as always, Evelyn Breheney Glynn Founder/ Director WF 800.452.9105 • 908.638.9339 www.AandLPoolService.com 1 VAN SYCKLE ST, HIGH BRIDGE, NJ 08829 SERVING HUNTERDON, WARREN, MORRIS, SOMERSET AND MERCER COUNTIES FOUNDED 1967 • LIC.#13VH02098100 ALL In-Ground Pools Pool Openings Pool Closings Maintenance Swimming Pool Inspections Filter Repair/ Replacement Heater Repair/ Replacement Pump Repair/ Replacement Computerized Automation Pump/Acid Wash Safety Covers Renovations Vacuum Service Leak Detection Services Power Washing Pressure Testing Pool Cleaners Pool Chemicals Salt Generators SPA Covers SERVICES: "A father carries pictures where his money used to be." ~ Steve Martin b o r o b a b i e S P l a y g r o u P Do you live or work in Lebanon Borough? Are you a parent or caregiver looking to connect with others in our community? Then come check us out! Boro Babies is a free playgroup designed for children ages 0-3 and their parent/caregiver. We meet at Lebanon Reformed Church (100 Brunswick Ave, Lebanon, NJ 08833) on Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:00 am. Come and go as you need. Visit bit.ly/borobabies to join our group or contact: dianegelok@gmail. com for more information. letters to the editor M i s s J u l i e y o u r cover is sooooooo pretty! On behalf o f W o m e n ' s F o r u m , t h a n k you for a touch of sweetness and light in a world that is pretty dark right now. Happy Mother's Day to you! Keep up the good work! Evelyn Dear Evelyn – Thank you so much! What the world needs now, besides "love, sweet love", is more beauty, in my opinion -- and I'm happy to try and help! And thank you, too, for all that you do with the Women's Forum – sharing all the wisdom and beauty that this world has to offer. I hope your Mother's Day is blessed, and peaceful, as well! Take care, Julie

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