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The Week Ahead -- Sunday, September 8, 2024 | |
- End of Summer Beach Bash Ready to Roll This Tuesday
- GIDG to Discuss Cyber Warfare at Tomorrow's Meeting
- Military Discussion Group Focuses on Poland
- Ping Pong Group Plays Mondays at WCSA
- Current Events Discussion Group Meets Tuesdays, Fridays
- Jazz Club Lunch Features Vocalists on September 11
- Kostya Kennedy on Jackie Robinson This Thursday
- Y's Men Writers' Workshop in Formation
- Hartford HealthCare Chief Speaks to Y’s Men
- Get Your Flu and Covid Shots
- Y's Men Join with LWV for Pre-election Debate
- Upcoming Trips Announced by T&E Committee
- Watch This List for Future Social Events
- Ukraine Art Exhibit Helped by Y's Man Steve Taranko
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Videos of all 2024 meetings are now available on the Y's Men website (ysmenwestportweston.org). Then click on the “Meeting Photos & Videos” tab. | |
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Y's Men End of Summer Beach Bash
Ready to Roll This Tuesday
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The Y's Men End of Summer Beach Bash is ready to convene this Tuesday, September 10, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion at Fairfield Town Beach. The forecast calls for nice weather but the event will be held rain or shine because the Pavilion is a covered facility with a deck opening out to the beach with ample tables and seating.
This year's Bash promises to be bigger and better than before. There will be a fully catered barbecue including wine and beer and music with a great band, Second Time Around: Vintage Rock n' Roll. There also will be door prizes, dancing, best Hawaiian shirt contest, a Danceathon, Rock n' Roll Trivia, and perhaps a Hula Hoop contest.
For any questions about the Bash, contact Dewey Loselle at 203-454-4171 or deweyloselle@gmail.com.
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GIDG To Discuss on Cyber Warfare Tomorrow
The Global Issues Discussion Group (GIDG) meets tomorrow (Monday, September 9) at 9:00 am in Rooms 203/204 in the Saugatuck Congregational Church.
At its last meeting, the Group decided to discuss cyber warfare. That will be the lead topic after a review of the top stories making headlines tomorrow. The Group also will discuss how its leadership will be organized going forward.
For information about GIDG, contact Peter Chelico at pecysmen@gmail.com.
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Military Discussion Group To Focus on Poland
Events leading up to the invasion and fall of Poland in World War II will be the focus of the Y's Men Military Discussion Group when it meets tomorrow (Monday, September 9).
The Group, led by Jon Fox, will meet at 10:00 am upstairs at the Saugatuck Congregational Church.
For additional information, contact Jon at jonfox06880@gmail.com.
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Ping Pong Group Plays Mondays from 2:30 to 4:00 pm
The Y's Man Table Tennis/Ping Pong Group meets Mondays at the Westport Center for Senior Activities from 2:30 to 4:00 pm. The Group invites Y's Men to join them. They promise:
- Skill level is unimportant.
- There's lots of laughter and fun.
- Mostly singles are playing now, but doubles are likely as the Group grows.
- Sessions may last about two hours or longer.
It doesn’t matter if, or how long ago, you stretched to hit that little ball – just come on down and have a good time with other members!
To play, you must register with the Center which takes only a minute.
For information, contact Tom Lowrie at tlowrie123@gmail.com or 203-247-8101.
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Current Events Discussion Group Meets Tuesdays and Fridays
A new Current Events Discussion Group, led by Y's Man Tony Pranzo, is meeting from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Tuesdays and Friday at The Westport Library. Limited to about five Y's Men each, there are two separate groups. One meets on Tuesdays and the other meets on Fridays.
Tony has compiled a list of nearly two dozen topics for discussion. Each group can select a subject or come up with one on their own. Click here to review topics suggested by Tony.
All Y's Men are invited to attend meetings of the Current Events Discussion Group. For more information, contact Tony Pranzo at tpranzo@yahoo.com or text him at 203-503-7150.
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Jazz Club Lunch Features Vocalists This Wednesday
The first Jazz and Vocals lunch of the new Y's Men season will be at noon this Wednesday, September 11 at the Westport VFW. Cost is $25.00 per person, pay there.
Spouses and special friends are also invited. The buffet lunch is again being provided by Calise's.
Honoring suggestions from attendees at previous meetings, the program will feature vocals from Ella Fitzgerald in duet with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong and several other performing legends.
There also will be biographical sketches for each performer where you will learn about some facts such as: who had Irish and Cherokee heritage; who headlined the first non-classical concert at Carnegie Hall; whose father was a church deacon who also sold bootlegged moonshine whiskey; and more.
If you plan to attend, please contact Jeff Hare at jeffhare@optonline.net. If you are bringing a guest, please give Jeff the name.
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Kostya Kennedy, Author of Book on Jackie Robinson,
Speaks to Y's Men This Thursday
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Kostya Kennedy
Kostya Kennedy is a noted, award-winning writer, TV analyst, and teacher who will speak to the Y's Men this Thursday, September 12, about his book True: The Four Seasons of Jackie Robinson.
Described as an unconventional biography, the book focuses on four transformative years in Robinson’s athletic and public life: 1946, his first year playing in the essentially all-white minor leagues for the Montreal Royals; 1949, when he won the Most Valuable Player Award in his third season as a Brooklyn Dodger; 1956, his final season in major league baseball, when he played valiantly despite his increasing health struggles; and 1972, the year of his untimely death.
Through it all, Robinson remained true to the effort and the mission, true to his convictions and contradictions. Kennedy has also written noted books about Joe DiMaggio and Pete Rose.
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Introducing a Y's Men Writers' Workshop
Writers and storytellers! Are you working on a novel, memoir, or essay collection or just starting to write? Do you have a story to share but don't know where to start?
Join our new Y's Men Writers' Workshop.
We plan to meet twice a month to:
- Share your work-in-progress and receive constructive feedback from fellow writers.
- Explore fiction and non-fiction writing styles, and get support for your creative endeavors.
- Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for storytelling and self-expression.
Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, our Writers' Workshop is the perfect opportunity to share our interest in writing together.
Interested? Please contact Steven Delco at 646-206-7467 or at spdelco@gmail.com
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William Jennings, President of Hartford HealthCare -
Fairfield County, Speaks to Y's Men
William Jennings, President of Hartford HealthCare - Fairfield County and Senior Vice President of Hartford HealthCare, spoke to the Y’s Men last Thursday. He provided insight into the growth and strategic plan for the Company in Fairfield County. His presentation covered the history, challenges and opportunities identified by Hartford HealthCare for the many facilities and services they provide to Connecticut residents, and he shared its strategic plan moving forward.
A video of Mr. Jennings's presentation is very informative and gives a good look into their commitment to quality healthcare in Fairfield County.
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Get Your Flu and Covid Shots
The flu season has arrived and there are new strains, a couple of which are very dangerous. Covid is on the rise as well.
Do yourself and your loved ones a favor and check out the vaccination programs in the Westport and Weston area and get vaccinated before you become ill.
Be sure to check with your doctor and your Medicare coverage as it could cover all or most of the cost.
Get vaccinated. . .stay well.
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Y’s Men Join with League of Women Voters
To Present State Candidate Debates October 10
Every year the League of Women Voters of Westport hosts debates of candidates up for election. This year the Y’s Men are joining with the League in presenting non-partisan debates between candidates for the State Senate and House of Representatives. The objective is to educate voters of the candidates positions.
The debates are scheduled for Thursday, October 10 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the Town Auditorium prior to the election on Tuesday, November 5. More details to come.
Put the date and time in your calendar and join us for this important event.
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Y's Man Steve Taranko Helps Bring
Ukraine Art Exhibit to Senior Center
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Ukraine Art Exhibit at the Westport Center for Senior Activities.
The new Ukraine Art Exhibit at the Westport Center for Senior Activities features the unique War Stamps designs of Ukraine and other artifacts. Y's Man Stephan Taranko helped bring the exhibit to the Center. It is located in a display case halfway down the main aisle, and will be in place until the end of September.
In addition, Steve, along with Ross Voytovych and Mark Yurkiw, has spent nearly three years sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine through the generosity of the people of Fairfield County. The exhibit features the now world-famous stamp designs that have also helped Ukraine fund its war expenditures. They hope to continue to send medical equipment, and other needed supplies to Ukraine. The exhibit further explains their humanitarian efforts.
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