Wednesday Update -- January 8, 2025 | |
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No Y's Men Meeting Tomorrow for National Day of Mourning
- Future of News Panel Event Fully Booked
- Upcoming Trip Announced by T&E Committee
- GIDG, Military Discussion Group Meet January 13
- New Mindfulness Group Meets on Zoom Monday
- Life Talk Meets Tuesday, January 14
- Jazz Luncheon Scheduled for Friday, January 17
- Brushing Up on Quantum Computing and Information
- Y's Men Volunteers Needed for Red Cross Blood Drive
- The Communications Committee Needs You!
- Best-Selling Author of The Dynasty Speaks February 3
- New Members Lunch Set for Thursday, February 27
- Pickleball Players Wind Up Season with Luncheon
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No Y’s Men Meeting Tomorrow In Observance
Of National Day of Mourning for President Carter
President Biden has declared Thursday, January 9 a National Day of Mourning to honor and memorialize Former President Jimmy Carter.
The Y’s Men will reschedule its meeting with Ed Levy on that date, and announce the new date soon.
We will remember President Carter for his presidency, and many years of public service after his term, and pray that he rest in peace.
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Event Fully Booked; Come Early for Waitlist Seating
Veteran Journalists and Others To Examine the Future of News
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Senator Richard Blumenthal | |
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Registration is currently at capacity, but there will be an in-person waitlist at the event. If you were unable to register but would like to attend, please arrive at The Library between 1:30 and 1:50 pm. The Library will seat those as availability allows.
CNN morning host John Berman, veteran journalists Alisyn Camerota and Dave Briggs, and special guest U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal headline a timely discussion about the news media’s evolution after the 2024 election. The event will be held this Sunday, January 12, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at The Westport Library.
The panel also will feature Westport’s own Dan Woog, who will provide a local perspective based on his work as an author and daily blogger of 06880: Where Westport Meets the World. Mary Elizabeth Fulco, Staples High School's award-winning journalism teacher, Joseph Del Gobbo, co-teacher and literary magazine editor, and student representatives from Staples High School's journalism program will be on hand to explore the media's role in democracy and the future of journalism.
This event will be moderated by Y’s Men Past President John Brandt. It is co-sponsored by The Westport Library and the Y’s Men of Westport/Weston.
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The Trips and Events Committee organizes numerous and varied outings
for the pleasure of club members. Click the link for more info:
Tuesday, January 14 - NY Botanical Garden – Holiday Train Show
https://conta.cc/3CPQPhC
Please check the T&E tab on the Y’s Men website for more information on listings.
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GIDG, Military Discussion Group Meet January 13
The Global Issues Discussion Group (GIDG) will meet on Monday, January 13 in Room 203/204 at the Saugatuck Congregational Church at 9:00 am. The Military Discussion Group meets an hour later (at 10:00 am) in its usual room (across from GIDG) at the Church. Discussion topics will be announced.
For more information on GIDG, contact Frank Wood at fwood227@gmail.com.
For additional information on the Military Discussion Group, contact Jon Fox at jonfox06880@gmail.com.
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Join the New Y's Men Mindfulness Group Zoom Meeting Monday, January 13, 7:30 pm
Y's Man Paul Epstein has scheduled a Zoom meeting for Monday, January 13 at 7:30 pm as an introduction to a new Y's Men Mindfulness Group. Attendees will learn about mindfulness meditation and teachings.
There will be topic-focused discussion and practical application and integration into daily life. Volunteers can present information on a particular topic of practice and teachings and daily integration.
The Group may choose a book to read as a group or individually.
If you would like to join the zoom meeting on Monday, email Paul Epstein at epsteinmb@aol.com
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Life Talk, A New Y's Men Activity, Meets Tuesday, January 14
Life Talk, led by Y's Man Larry Ackerman, will meet on Tuesday, January 14 at 2:00 pm at the Saugatuck Congregational Church.
The topic for discussion will be: Who are the people who have had the most influence on your life, positive as well as negative? The group will talk about who those people are and how they've affected the choices you've made…the good ones and the bad ones. Attendees also will be asked: do you believe that you’ve had an important influence on others? If so, who … and how?
For additional information, contact Larry at larryackerman06@gmail.com.
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Y's Men Jazz Lunch Set for Friday, January 17
This month's Y's Men Jazz Lunch will be held on Friday, January 17 at noon at the Westport VFW on Riverside Avenue.
Video performances will be shown on the big screen of such legendary singers as: Jimmy Durante, Julie London, Willy Nelson, Billy Eckstine, Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong, and others. Biographical sketches will be provided for each performer.
Spouses and special friends are encouraged to attend. The buffet lunch will be catered by Calise's. The cost is $25.00 per person, pay there. Reservations are required. Please email Jeff Hare at jeffhare@optonline.net to reserve.
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Michael Hehenberger Discusses Quantum Information
And Computing – A Digital Presentation to the Y’s Men
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Michael Hehenberger
Michael is a Y’s Man known for his love of the sciences and for his love of exotic travel (such as hiking K2, Mount Everest, et al).
Here are some facts about Michael:
- Born in Austria, studied Physics in Vienna
- Moved to Uppsala, Sweden, to earn a Ph.D. in Quantum Chemistry with Professor Per-Olav Loewdin; spent two years at the University of Florida as a visiting professor
- Wrote computer programs to solve the Schroedinger equation for atoms, molecules, and solid state; learned how to use IBM computers
- Joined IBM and worked at locations in Stockholm, Paris, San Jose (Almaden Lab) and New York (Watson Lab)
- Retired in 2012 and wrote three books focused on Nanomedicine and Life Sciences (Genomics, Biology of Humans and Animals)
Click the link below and enjoy this most interesting and informative presentation by Michael:
Brushing up on Quantum Information and Computing – not for the squeamish.
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Red Cross Needs Y's Men Help For Blood Drive
The Red Cross needs our help on Tuesday, January 21.
They are conducting a Blood Drive at the VFW Hall on Riverside Avenue that starts at 8:00 am and ends at 6:00 pm. Y's Men volunteers should expect to stay for two to three hours
Y's Men usually volunteer for sign-in duty which is an easy lift. Many previous Y's Men volunteers have been trained and are available to show new volunteers what's required.
Contact Y's Man Jay Dirnberger at jaydirnberger@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer and tell him your preference for volunteering in the morning or afternoon.
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The Communications Committee Needs You! | |
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As the Y’s Men continue to grow, so do our communications needs. If you are an experienced communicator, through written word and/or audio/visual, our committee would love to “communicate” with you.
We are expanding our member communications through e-mail, Facebook, podcasts, news and social media and would like to discuss new ideas so our members and the public are well informed about our great organization.
If you have an interest in learning more about the Y’s Men Communications Committee, and discuss how you can contribute, please send an e-mail to dickkalt@gmail.com and let’s get together!
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The Y's Men Present: Jeff Benedict, Best-Selling Author of "The Dynasty -- New England Patriots" Monday, February 3 | |
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In anticipation of the Big Game, The Y’s Men and The Westport Library welcome best-selling author Jeff Benedict to talk football and discuss his definitive book on the New England Patriots, The Dynasty.
As an author, producer, and commentator, Benedict is the ultimate cultural authority on the most dominant sports dynasty of the 21st century, the New England Patriots. With unprecedented access inside the organization for five years, Benedict provides the definitive inside story of the team.
Sports Illustrated’s Gary Smith said, “Benedict slips inside, lowers the drawbridge, and waves us in to see the ramparts, towers, turrets, and castle keep where the Brady-Belichick-Kraft trinity ruled.”
Benedict’s retelling of this iconic sports story inspires audiences to look to the Patriots as a case study on teamwork, overcoming adversity, consistency, and the momentum of success.
Jeff Benedict is a #1 New York Times best-selling author and an Emmy Award-winning producer whose storytelling power has captivated audiences across mediums. He has written 17 nonfiction books and many feature stories about some of the most iconic figures in sports history. Jeff has been tapped as executive producer and writer for documentary adaptations of his books, including a 10-part series based on The Dynasty, with Imagine Entertainment for Apple TV+ in 2024.
Join us in the Trefz Forum at The Westport Library, on Monday, February 3 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm and learn the real inside story about the Patriots and their drive to become one of the greatest pro football teams in NFL history.
Spouses and friends are welcome. Seats are free but are becoming limited, so register soon by clicking here.
Check out the video about Jeff’s book by clicking here.
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New Members: Save Thursday, February 27 for Luncheon
A luncheon for new members of Y's Men will be held on Thursday, February 27 at Gabriel's Italian Steakhouse beginning at noon. All those who have joined the organization since July 2024 are welcome to attend.
Details about the event will be published soon.
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Y's Men Pickleball Players Close Season With Luncheon | |
Y's Men pickleball players closed out their 2024 season with a luncheon at the Fairfield County Hunt Club hosted by Y's Men Past President Jay Dirnberger. During the season, which ended in November, about eight to a dozen Y's Men played every Tuesday and Thursday at Town Farms. For information on pickleball activities in 2025 contact Y's Man Ed Diamond at erdli@aol.com. | | | | |
