NEA Archives - Paul Yanuziello

“Art is a nation’s most precious heritage. For it is in our works of art that we reveal ourselves, and to others, the inner vision which guides us as a nation. And where there is no vision, the people perish.” President Lyndon B. Johnson – September 29, 1965

In this weeks newsletter, Arts Organizations, Orange Shirts, Culture Days and more…

My Weekly Journal

A weekly newsletter that gives you 5 personal interests that I share with you.

1. The National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) turns 55 this week. The stimulus for the arts needed now more than ever.

The Marguerite Yanuziello Art Memorial Scholarship (MYAMS) of which I am a director, is a registered not for profit dedicated to supporting the performing arts; especially here in Ontario, Canada. MYAMS is only 8 years old yet we aspire to the same goals as the aforementioned (NEA) organization.

2. September 30th in Canada is Orange Shirt Day the day to reflect on reconciliation, residential school and Every Child Matters.

I watched the documentary, Wawahte: Stories of Residential School Survivors, an educational documentary based on the book of the same title by Robert P. Wells, first published in 2012. It tells the story of Indian Residential Schools from the perspective of three of its survivors.

Another video to watch, “Stolen Children”.

3. Culture Days 2020 continues through to October 25th. There is some great talent featured, both live and in virtual performances. Take an online dance class, listen to a digital performance or take in a live performance.

I’m registered for a couple of on-line events including one with the accomplished pianist – Hilario Duran.

4. The 2nd wave of COVID19 is officially here in Canada, not in every province and territory. Just the most populated. My research this week has me delving into what will happen in 2021. Will we be able to travel to other countries safely? Will there be an effective and safe vaccine against COVID19 by September as some people are predicting? I think not, have a listen to The Race to Develop A COVID19 Vaccine.

5. My basic outline for an on-line, kids creative writing workshop is complete. Nine sessions, each session dealing with a major component of the creative writing process. All the sessions will be free. At the end of the workshop, the participants will have completed an 800 – 1000 word children’s story.

Send me an e-mail if you have children that would like to attend, scheduled to start October 19th.

Thanks for reading, if you think someone you know would like my newsletter please share it with them. If you’re looking for a great children’s book, check out my book, Samba on a Snowy Day.

Please consider a contribution to our next book project that we have scheduled for February of 2021. You can contribute by buying me a coffee, just swing by Ko-fi.com. You know I appreciate my coffee and in these crazy times every coffee really helps out.

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A Week In My Life

August 28 . Issue #53

My weekly newsletter that gives you 5 personal interests that I share with you.

This week I look at an outdoor school setup, listen to NEA Jazz Masters, partake in some baking and more…

Here are the five things I found interesting this week and I want to share with you all.

1. Outdoor nature school, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is starting a new program. I want to get involved and help kids connect with nature. Perhaps I could take my pop-up karate in the park and develop a dojo in the woods.

2. My listening pleasure this week, the 2020 NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert – I watched it live, it’s still available as a rebroadcast and free.

3. Prior to the pandemic, I was teaching karate at a Montessori school, an afterschool karate program for children. Well, they want me back in a limited capacity. Decisions, decisions. Your C.D.C Back To School Decisions Guide.

4. I am re-reading a fun book about a cat named Polar Bear. The Best Cat Ever by Cleveland Armory. And Seven Guitars by August Wilson is also on my to-read list. A screenplay and winner of the New York drama critics circle award for best play.

5. Can you save money by baking your own bread? How about baking a walnut banana bread? This week I baked bread, fantastic Italian style pane (bread). The best Calabrese bread that I have tasted and I share the recipe. I also made this amazing banana loaf from a recipe by Tina Turbin and I’ve been enjoying it all week. Goes great with my morning espresso.

Thanks for reading, if you think someone you know would like my newsletter please share it with them. If you’re looking for a great children’s book check what Readers’ Favorites reviewers say about my book, Samba on a Snowy Day.

Please consider a contribution to our next book project by buying me a coffee, swing by Ko-fi.com. Every coffee helps out during these challenging times.

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