Commun ty Matters Salina Presbyterian Manor
February 2017
Mary’s musings I married into a family of painters — my husband, my mother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and daughter, to name a few. I always felt that I wasn’t creative, and the sewing, counted-cross stitch, Christmas stockings and ornaments that I made weren’t nearly as creative as their paintings. Through the years, I discovered the importance of creativity in our lives. It isn’t just about creating stuff and things, it is an important component of who we are. Mary Daly says, “It is the creative potential itself in human beings that is the image of God.” Last year, I started doing a few crafts again. I had so much fun recycling old jewelry. I made a necklace as my first piece, and then I was so intrigued with all the possibilities that I began making wall crosses out of old jewelry. Last fall at Salina Presbyterian Manor we began offering an art class. I have always wanted to learn to paint, so I volunteered to assist MUSINGS, continued on page 4
2016 Art is Ageless first place winner Pauline Gilmore with her creation, a rag rug.
Art is Ageless® Exhibit It is only one month until Art is Ageless! All entry forms are due on March 1. This is the 37th year for Art is Ageless. Last year’s event attracted 84 entries, and we expect a larger number this year. The exhibit is scheduled for March 7-9. Artwork is due by 4 p.m. on March 2 or 3. All artists 65 and older are invited to participate. Artworks submitted must have been created in the last five years, after the age of 65 in order to be judged. If you wish to exhibit only you may do that with artworks of any age. For further information, questions or entry forms, contact Jenni Jones at 785-825-1366, extension 1112, or visit ArtIsAgeless.org. See photos on page 2.