Commun ty Matters Rolla Presbyterian Manor
March 2016
Art is Ageless® exhibit and reception features local senior artists Since the beginning of time, creative expression has brought joy to both its creators and those who experience their art. The Art is Ageless® program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity. Some have resumed art after putting it aside for a career, others have been creating beautiful pieces throughout their lives, and others never picked up a brush until after they retired, but all are now expressing themselves through art. This month, their works are on display at Rolla Presbyterian Manor. “It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these seniors have created,” said Joelle Freeland, marketing director. “The joy it brings to them and others is wonderful, and that’s something we want to celebrate and share with the entire Rolla community.” ART IS AGELESS, continued on page 2
Civil service a calling for resident Paul Stigall For Paul Stigall, it was a never a question that he would serve where he was needed. Paul, a resident of Rolla Presbyterian Manor, joined Kiwanis in 1971, shortly after becoming an assistant professor of electrical engineering at the University of Missouri-Rolla (now Missouri S&T). He served on many committees at the university and advised student groups. And he’s always been active in his church. Around Rolla, Paul is also known for his long tenure on the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission. He stepped down in December after 22 years as a commissioner and, often, as chairman. “I feel it’s important to volunteer,” Paul said. “I’ve always tried to do my part.” Paul thinks the spirit of service unfortunately has faded over the last few decades. He has seen Kiwanis membership drop and fewer people volunteering at church. It’s good for the community at-large when people give their time, he said, and it’s also good for us individually. STIGALL, continued on page 5