Community Service

Community Service Report for November 10, 2020:

Hello, Everyone,

Sadly, on October 20th, we have learned that Carolyn Messina is very sick, and now under Hospice care, with her parents in Massachusetts. A Facebook site has been established, for people to send her messages, including Musical messages, called: Love for Carolyn

If you would like to send Carolyn an Email, her address: carolynmessina@yahoo.com

If anyone would like her mailing address, contact me (eamaurer@verizon.net).

Sadly, Toby Fagenson, a beloved long-time Folk Project member, and regular Festival/Getaway attendee, passed away on October 10, 2020. Toby was a very accomplished musician, with an extensive familiarity of many, many genres of Folk Music. He was also very active in the New York Folk Music community. Toby is survived by his wife Jane Babits, and many friends who love him.

*** There will be a celebration of Toby’s life and music on Sunday, December 20th, from 7 - 9 PM on Zoom.

If anyone is interested in participating, please send email to Ron Schwartz: Rockinron698@yahoo.com ***

Russel and Nancy Kelner shared that Russ's brother, Dr. Lester Kelner, passed away on October 10, 2020, at the age of 90. Lester was a retired dentist and family therapist. He is survived by four children, seven grandchildren, and Russ and Nancy.

Sympathy cards have been sent to:

Jane Babits, Toby's widow. We have received a "Thank you" card from Toby's Family.

Russel and Nancy Kelner, for Russ's brother, Lester

Get Well card has been sent to Kathi Caccavale, following her accident injuries

Best Wishes card has been sent to Carolyn Messina

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Ralph Litwin

I have been preparing a special article for the December Newsletter, high-lighting some of the many ways Ralph has contributed to the Folk Project over many, many years, and Thanking him.

*** George: Please try to obtain a photo of Ralph, to be included with the article.***

I also plan to send Ralph an actual "Thank You" card.

Stay Safe & Healthy, Everyone!

Evelyn Maurer

FP Community Service