The Scene In and Around Boston . . . The Associates of the Boston Public Library (BPL) recently celebrated the eleventh annual “Literary Lights for Children” awards ceremony at a festive tea party. The award winners – Sook Nyul Choi, Katherine Paterson, Brian Selznick, David Small and Sarah Stewart – were honored for their extraordinary contributions to children’s literature. The authors chosen as the 2009 “Literary Lights” have collectively won dozens of major awards for their inspiring books, written for children and young adults. “Literary Lights for Children” seeks to raise awareness of children’s literature, promote literacy, honor children’s authors, and raise money for the Library’s children’s services and collections. The event began with the awards presentation in the historic Bates Reading Room. Four students selected from Greater Boston-area schools presented the awards to each of the honored authors. The honorees discussed their writing careers and shared their love of books with the audience of more than 450 children and adults. Tea refreshments were served and enjoyed. The 2009 “Literary Lights for Children” volunteer committee was chaired by Susan Potter, with Rebecca Forrester and Mary Pfeifer Lentz as the Honorary Chairs. Sponsors for the program included Scholastic Children’s Book Publishing and Tiffany & Co., along with other corporate sponsors and private donors. For information about “Literary Lights for Children,” contact the Associates Office at the Boston Public Library at 617-536-3886, email Associates@BPL.org, or visit www.LiteraryLightsforChildren.org.
The Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel to Host Festive “Dress for Success” Luncheon “Dress for Success: Celebrating Self-Sufficiency” takes place on Friday, January 29 at The Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston, beginning with a reception at 11:30 a.m. followed by a Luncheon, Program and Live Auction. Laura and Dave Lamere of Weston are the event co-chairs. The Honorary co-chairs are Governor Deval L. Patrick and Mrs. Diane B. Patrick, and Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Mrs. Angela Menino. The luncheon will mark the fourth year that a group of Boston’s leaders will come together to celebrate and support the work done by Dress for Success Boston. The event will be entertaining and informative and will help raise funds to support the beneficial programs provided to each client. The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Live Auction packages include five nights at a private home on Martha’s Vineyard, Opening Day Red Sox vs. Yankees tickets, a trip to Bermuda with a round of golf, an elegant “Fashion Package,” and much more. There is also an Online Auction at www.DFSB.cmarket.com. For more information about the “Celebrating Self-Sufficiency” luncheon, call 617-204-4292 or send an email to dfsb@conventures.com. For more information about Dress for Success Boston, call 617-779-2177 or visit www.dressforsuccess.org. The large committee includes Jody Acford and Steve Burgay, Jacqui and Wayne Budd, Sara Campbell, Kristen Daly, Peggy Dray, Boston City Councilor Maureen Feeney, Carol and Bernie Fulp, Karen Marinella Hall, Denise Hajjar, Joanne Jaxtimer, Julie Kahn, Mary J. Kakas, Karen Kaplan, Pat Kreger, Mimi La Camera, Irma Fisher Mann, Doctor Mallika Marshall, Margaret McKenna, Thomas F. Reilly, Dusty S. Rhodes, Emmy Whitney and Bennie and Flash Wiley, just to name a very few.
The Today Show’s P. Allen Smith to Headline Fun Seminar in Norwood We are all invited to enjoy an “Outdoor Living Extravaganza” on Saturday, April 24 at the Four Points Sheraton, Route 1, in Norwood, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Gardening Seminar is sponsored by Proven Winners, whose noted experts will teach participants about creative new ways to use color, the easiest ways to grow plant varieties, and how to put together exceptional plant containers – plus much more. P. Allen Smith, The Today Show's gardening expert, will be on hand to share fun and practical advice; and later we can join him for book signings and photos. Other noted speakers include Kerry Meyer, Tim Wood and Amanda Thomsen. Participants will be treated to a goody bag of exciting gifts, including a very special plant. In addition to lunch, beverages and snacks, there will be opportunities to win prizes. We are told that even our non-gardening friends will enjoy this relaxed and entertaining look at “what's new in outdoor decor,” Proven Winners style. To register or for more information, including the speakers' bios, visit www.provenwinners.com and click on “Outdoor Living Extravaganza.” Enjoy! |
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