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ABERDEEN GRAPEVINE - FEBRUARY 2004
ABERDEEN MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS CREATE WEBPAGE
"Aberdeen Kids of the Future" is a new addition to the city's website that made its debut on the world-wide-web last April.
The website was created, designed, and written by a group of middle school students who also are members of the Maryland 21st Century Learning Center. The students worked under the direction of Aberdeen Middle School Teacher, Mrs. Nitrease Quickley.
Twice a month, the students traveled to City Hall to work with city staff in creating the website. A large part of the design required the students to conduct interviews of representatives in the community so they could write articles for the site.
Since the site was new, the students were given the opportunity to be creative in its design. These students set the benchmark for future students. The students presented the website to the mayor and council last year at a city council meeting in recognition of Municipal Government Week.
Members of the Maryland Municipal League were in the audience to support the students in recognizing Municipal Government Week. The students were featured in the Sunday edition of the Baltimore Sun. You may visit "Aberdeen's Kids of the Future" at http://www.aberdeen-md.org/Kids%Page/
Members of the Aberdeen High School Varsity Football team attended a city council meeting and were publicly recognized for defeating Potomac High School from Prince George's County to win the State Class 2-A Football Title. The council presented the team with a Certificate of Recognition extending their expression of pride in the team's accomplishments and their appreciation for the fine publicity they brought to the community through good sportsmanship and inspired teamwork.
ARTISTS CELEBRATE ARMED FORCES DAY
The popular ArtQuest that was formally hosted by the town of Bel Air has moved to the city of Aberdeen. The city will host the 2004 ArtQuest on Saturday, May 22nd from 11:00 - 5:00 PM in Festival Park. ArtQuest is free to artists and the public alike.
The event will feature enlightened entertainment and attract both established artists and newcomers. A staffed activity tent equipped with potter's wheels will be available for the children. Food vendors will be available throughout the day.
An Armed Forces Day ceremony will begin at 5:00 PM immediately following ArtQuest. The ceremony will include a concert performed by the U.S. 389th Army Band. Subscribe to the city's E-Citizen Newsletter at dostroski@aberdeen-md.org to receive additional information about the ArtQuest and Armed Forces Day Ceremony.
TWO NEW MEMBERS JOIN CITY COUNCIL
COUNCILMAN RONALD KUPFERMAN was first elected in 1978 and served ten two-year terms, five as President of the Board. He is currently serving his 11th term. Councilman Kupferman was inducted into the Maryland Municipal League Hall of Fame for elected officials. His civic affiliations include the Aberdeen Lions Club and Aberdeen Rotary Club, as well as several other local civic organizations. In 1998, he graduated from the Harford County Leadership Academy. As councilman, he serves as liaison to the Harford County Boys & Girls Clubs, the Aberdeen Heritage Committee, and the Ripken Museum.
You may reach Councilman Kupferman at ronkup@comcast.net
COUNCILMAN MICHAEL "MIKE" HIOB was born January 14, 1959 at Harford Memorial Hospital. Mr. Hiob is a lifelong resident of Aberdeen. He resides on Graceford Drive in Burkley Manor with his wife, Barb and two children, Adam and Hannah. Councilman Hiob attended St. Joan of Arc Elementary School, graduated from Aberdeen High School (Class of 1977), and attended Harford Community College. For ten years he was employed by Dynamic Science, Inc., as an Engineering Technician at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Since 1990, Councilman Hiob has been employed by Harford County Government as an Environmental Enforcement Inspector. Mr. Hiob is a member of Friends of Harford, The New Harford Democratic Club, and a charter member of the Aberdeen Recycling Committee. Councilman Hiob was elected in November 2003 and is serving his first term on the City Council. He was appointed by the Mayor to serve as council liaison to the Ripken Stadium Management Board, the Taxicab Bureau, and the Personnel Advisory Committee.
You may contact Councilman Hiob at mhiob@msn.com
ATTENTION JUVENILE DRIVERS
Juvenile Driver Parent Notification Program to be initiated by Aberdeen Police Department
The Aberdeen Police Department announced that it is joining with the Maryland State Police in initiating a Juvenile Driver Parent Notification Program beginning February 1, 2004. Recognizing that the leading cause of death among people 16-20 years of age, nationwide, is motor vehicle accidents, the program is aimed at correcting inappropriate driving behavior in that age group through effective law enforcement and parental involvement.
The program will work in the following manner:
Whenever a juvenile motor vehicle operator is stopped for a moving violation, seatbelt violation, a violation of their provisional license, or is the at fault party in a motor vehicle accident, a police officer will attempt to immediately contact the legal guardian of the juvenile and explain the circumstances surrounding the incident. If a telephone contact cannot be made, a letter will be sent to the legal guardian of the juvenile advising them of the incident, date, time, location, other persons present, etc, and requesting that they become involved in correcting the behavior that precipitated the contact.
The IronBirds
The IronBirds have enjoyed two consecutive sold-out seasons at Ripken Stadium, averaging over 6,000 fans per game, a figure which puts the club among the elite in all of minor league baseball.
The club is offering season ticket packages in 9-game, 19-game, and full-season (38 game) plans. The IronBirds are happy to announce that season ticket prices will remain the same for the 2004 season. For more information, call the IronBirds box office at 410-297-9292.
Baltimore Oriole Hall of Famer Don Buford will manage the IronBirds in 2004, after having headed the Orioles minor leagues for three years and managing at Bluefield, the Orioles rookie affiliate in the Appalachian League.
First 4 games of 2004 Schedule
| Game | Team | Date | DOW Time | 1 | Yankees 6/18 | Fri. | 7:35 | 2 | Yankees 6/19 | Sat. | 7:05 | 3 | Yankees 6/20 | Sun. | 4:05 | 4 | Jammers 6/23 | Wed. | 7:05 |
ABERDEEN GRAPEVINE - JANUARY 2003
2003 New Year's Resolution!
Boost Your Personal Productivity
You can take advantage of the "New Year" by resolving to become even more productive. These simple but effective tips can help put you at the head of any class.
- Make the most of your time.
Managing time poorly can cause you stress later on, when you discover that you haven't allotted yourself enough time to complete an assignment. Plan your morning the night before. This will set the tone for the rest of the day.
- Know your power peaks and valleys.
Schedule your most difficult work for the period when you are rested and alert. Tackle easier tasks when you know your energy is low; for example, immediately after a meal.
- Put items away once you are done with them.
Keeping your workspace organized is easier than you may think. You can save hours each month just by keeping items such as books, completed assignments, tools, and supplies in their proper place.
- Use breaks wisely.
Productivity experts agree: Your brain needs a breather as much as your body needs nourishment. So relax during breaks, and return to your classroom revived.
- Make daily goals.
Plan your work with the goal of finishing as many tasks as possible before you go home. Halfway through your day stop to evaluate your progress and tackle what is left to do. You will minimize "homework" and be in better shape at the start of each new day.
- Contest is open to all Maryland students enrolled in the 4th grade during the 2003-2004 school year.
- Essays must address the subject with the opening line beginning: "If I were Mayor, I would &."
- Essays may not exceed 275 words.
- Only one essay may be submitted per student.
- Essays will be judged in the following areas: demonstrated creative ways to provide services to citizens; displayed knowledge about the role of a mayor; legibility, and proper use of grammar.
- Students must include their first and last names, school, and teacher's name at the top of their essays.
- Essays must be received no later than March 1, 2004.
- Entries may be mailed to the Maryland Municipal League, 1212 West Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401-3610. Please refer all questions to the MML 1-800-492-7121 or www.mdmunicipal.org
- The contest is open to all Maryland school students enrolled in the 4th grade during the 2002-2003 school year.
- Essays must address the subject with the opening line beginning: "If I Were Mayor, I Would &
- Essays may not exceed 250 words.
- Only one essay may be submitted per student.
- Essays will be judged by contest sponsors in the following areas: demonstrated creative ways to reach out to all members of the community; displayed knowledge about the role of a mayor; legibility; and proper use of grammar.
- Students must include their first and last names, school and teacher's name at the top of their essays.
- Essays must be received by MML no later than March 1, 2003. Winners will be notified by the end of March 2003.
"Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there." ...Will Rogers
STUDENTS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS
Members of the Aberdeen Police Department in conjunction with members of the Aberdeen High School Students Against Drunk Drivers (SADD) chapter conducted a mock auto accident scenario on May 3, 2002. The incident occurred between 10:30 AM and 12:50 PM in a grassy area adjacent to the high school building.
Prior to beginning the exercise, a brief overview was provided by Sgt. Albert Severn of the Aberdeen Police Department. The overview included statistical information and the dynamics of an alcohol related automobile accident.
Members of the SADD chapter, acting as victims, were in wrecked autos while marked Aberdeen Police units arrived on the scene to render aid and initiate an investigation. One of the vehicle "operators" submitted to field sobriety tests, and that individual was arrested and taken away in handcuffs. As this "crash" resulted in a fatality, personnel from Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home arrived to remove the "deceased." Finally, Cullum's Auto Salvage (who donated the wrecked autos) came to the scene to remove the wrecks.
At the conclusion of the exercise the participants engaged in a brief review of the incident.
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
The Aberdeen Police Department received funding through a federal grant to designate a police officer, Officer Marilyn Dudley, as a School Resource Officer for the Aberdeen High and Middle Schools. Officer Dudley dedicates 75% of her time worked (per year), as required by the grant, to the assigned schools. She works closely with the school's administration and staff, helping them with discipline related and criminal issues. Officer Dudley also provides training regarding law issues.
INNAUGURAL SEASON IS A HUGE SUCCESS!
Described as an intimate, family friendly ballpark, where ticket prices are affordable, parking is free, lines are short, and every seat has a good view! Ripken Stadium opened on June 18th, to a sold out, standing room only crowd. The home team, Aberdeen IronBirds, a Single A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles began their inaugural season playing in the New York-Penn League. The IronBirds and Ripken Stadium provided residents with a summer of wholesome, family entertainment that delighted young and old alike. Baltimore Sun Architecture Critic Edward Gunts described Ripken Stadium: "It 's size and scale give it a small town flavor, but the craftsmanship and creature comforts are worthy of the big leagues. It 's a place where parents will be able to buy a hot dog and catch up with neighbors without losing sight of the game or the kids." Additionally, citizens of all ages were employed to work as ushers, groundskeepers, batboys, and concessionaires. Maybe one day we 'll have an Aberdeen High School graduate starting his career in Ripken Stadium!
THE NEXT LEVEL of the Aberdeen project at Ripken Stadium will be construction of the Ripken Youth Baseball Academy. Grading has already begun for several youth fields that will be ready for play this year.
Ripken Baseball wants to get several useable fields in place as soon as possible so their mission of growing the game of baseball can be taken to the next level. The structure of the ballpark around the fields will follow in due time after the fields are constructed and ready for use this year.
ELECTRONIC CITY HALL
>Aberdeen's staff is excited to be working with Aberdeen Middle School teacher, Mrs. Quickley and students of the Maryland 21st Century Community Learning Center in creating a student page that will be downloaded on to the City's website. This student website, which will contain news for Aberdeen's youth, will be formally unveiled in April at a City Council meeting in celebration of Municipal Government Week. Subscribe to the City's E-Citizen News and be one of the first to receive the website address. E-Citizen News is an up-to-date electronic newsletter, e-mailed, bimonthly to local residents, out-of-state visitors, and various businesses and organizations from around the world. This dynamic communication tool has taken government and its services to a new level. If you would like to begin receiving E-Citizen News, please contact dostroski@aberdeen-md.org.
In 2003 the Cal Ripken World Series (CRWS) will move to its permanent home in Aberdeen. The 2003 CRWS will be played at Ripken Stadium. The Minor League Park will be retrofitted to accommodate 12 year-old athletes in the tournament. The City has formed a planning committee to assist in organizing the festivities. The inside scoop is that a parade, a BBQ at Festival Park and many other exciting attractions are being planned. Officer Dudley meets the grant's time requirement by being at the school full-time during the school year. If you have any ideas for planned activities, please contact Councilman Jerry Hansen at jhansen@iximd.com
The Skateboard and Inline Skating Park closed on December 15th and weather permitting, will reopen on January 18th . Extended hours will begin in March.
PROMOTING ABERDEEN
Our new City theme "People of Vision" is an accurate description of the way Aberdeen looks to the future, solves problems, and makes our community one in which every citizen has the opportunity to grow.
The Mayor and Council unveiled the City 's new theme and logo in April. The theme "People of Vision" is supported by a logo depicting a baseball field with an eagle delivering a baseball to home plate.
Aberdeen's new logo has three elements: the Eagle located in the center of the logo, a baseball that is held by the Eagle and the playing field consisting of bases that surround the Eagle. Each of these elements is descriptive of Aberdeen.
The Eagle Represents |
The Baseball Represents |
The Playing Field "Where it all takes place" |
Aberdeen High School Mascot |
Team Sport |
1st base - Aberdeen Community |
Aberdeen Proving Ground seal |
American Past-time |
2nd base - Heart of Harford County |
City Seal |
Family Social Event |
3rd base - All America City |
National Symbol |
Home of Ripken Museum |
Home Plate - Homerun City |
All America City |
Home of Ripken Stadium |
WHO WAS CASIMIR WIDOWSKI?
Mr. Widowski, known as Cas to his friends, was a regular pool player at the Aberdeen Senior Center. In early part of 1999, Cas began creating a model of the Center -- a place he held close to his heart. As his health declined, he worked diligently trying to complete the project. He constructed the building to exact scale, inside and out. Cas built exact replicas of the information desk, dining room and craft room tables, bookshelves, a piano in the multi-purpose room, and a pool table complete with balls, rack, and cues. He was meticulous with detail.
Unfortunately, Cas passed away before he could finish the structure. Subsequently, his wife donated the model to the Center. With help from many individuals, the project was completed. This was truly a team effort to accomplish such a task. The unveiling of the replica and dedication ceremony was held on April 25, 2002,as a way to thank everyone who contributed, and most of all to remember Cas, the creator of the model and a friend we will always remember with a smile.
Take a moment and stop by the Senior Center to see Mr. Widowski's replica.
KIDS BIZZ - FEBRUARY 2004
ABERDEEN MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS CREATE WEBPAGE
"Aberdeen Kids of the Future" is a new addition to the city's website that made its debut on the world-wide-web last April.
The website was created, designed, by a group of middle school students who also are members of the Maryland 21st Century Learning Center. The students worked under the direction of Aberdeen Middle School Teacher, Mrs. Nitrease Quickley.
Twice a month, the students traveled to City Hall to work with city staff in creating the website. A large part of the design required the students to conduct interviews of representatives in the community so they could write articles for the site. Since the site was new, the students were given the opportunity to be creative in its design. These students set the benchmark for future students. The students presented the website to the mayor and council last year at a city council meeting in recognition of Municipal Government Week. Members of the Maryland Municipal League were in the audience to support the students in recognizing Municipal Government Week. The students were featured in the Sunday edition of the Baltimore Sun. You may visit "Aberdeen's Kids of the Future" at http://www.aberdeen-md.org/KidsPage/
Members of the Aberdeen High School Varsity Football team attended a city council meeting and were publicly recognized for defeating Potomac High School from Prince George's County to win the State Class 2-A Football Title. The council presented the team with a Certificate of Recognition extending their expression of pride in the team's accomplishments and their appreciation for the fine publicity they brought to the community through good sportsmanship and inspired teamwork.
ARTISTS CELEBRATE ARMED FORCES DAY
The popular ArtQuest that was formally hosted by the town of Bel Air has moved to the city of Aberdeen. The city will host the 2004 ArtQuest on Saturday, May 22nd from 11:00 - 5:00 PM in Festival Park. ArtQuest is free to artists and the public alike. The event will feature enlightened entertainment and attract both established artists and newcomers. A staffed activity tent equipped with potter's wheels will be available for the children. Food vendors will be available throughout the day. An Armed Forces Day ceremony will begin at 5:00 PM immediately following the ArtQuest. The ceremony will include a concert performed by the U.S. 389th Army Band. Subscribe to the city's E-Citizen Newsletter at dostroski@aberdeen-md.org to receive additional information about the ArtQuest and Armed Forces Day Ceremony.
TWO NEW MEMBERS JOIN CITY COUNCIL
COUNCILMAN RONALD KUPFERMAN was first elected in 1978 and served ten two-year terms, five as President of the Board. He is currently serving his 11th term. Councilman Kupferman was inducted into the Maryland Municipal League Hall of Fame for elected officials. His civic affiliations include the Aberdeen Lions Club and Aberdeen Rotary Club, as well as several other local civic organizations. In 1998, he graduated from the Harford County Leadership Academy. As councilman, he serves as liaison to the Harford County Boys & Girls Clubs, the Aberdeen Heritage Committee, and the Ripken Museum. You may reach Councilman Kupferman at ronkup@comcast.net
COUNCILMAN MICHAEL "MIKE" HIOB was born January 14, 1959 at Harford Memorial Hospital. Mr. Hiob is a lifelong resident of Aberdeen. He resides on Graceford Drive in Burkley Manor with his wife, Barb and two children, Adam and Hannah. Councilman Hiob attended St. Joan of Arc Elementary School, graduated from Aberdeen High School (Class of 1977), and attended Harford Community College. For ten years he was employed by Dynamic Science, Inc., as an Engineering Technician at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Since 1990, Councilman Hiob has been employed by Harford County Government as an Environmental Enforcement Inspector. Mr. Hiob is a member of Friends of Harford, The New Harford Democratic Club, and a charter member of the Aberdeen Recycling Committee. Councilman Hiob was elected in November 2003 and is serving his first term on the City Council. He was appointed by the Mayor to serve as council liaison to the Ripken Stadium Management Board, the Taxicab Bureau, and the Personnel Advisory Committee. You may contact Councilman Hiob at mhiob@msn.com
The Maryland Municipal League and the Maryland Mayors' Association will hold a statewide essay contest for all 4th graders in recognition of Municipal Government Week. One winning essay will be selected from each of the Maryland Municipal League's 11 regional districts throughout the state. Each winner will receive $250 savings bond and an award plaque. Additionally, MML will select two winners at random (one from participating students and one from participating teachers) from each district to receive $25 Barnes and Noble gift cards. The 11 winners, along with their parents and a teacher, will also be recognized at the statewide Municipal Government Week event in April.
CONTEST RULES
KIDS BIZZ - JANUARY 2003
The Maryland Municipal League (MML) and the Maryland Mayors' Association (MMA) invited 4th grade students throughout Maryland to participate in a statewide essay contest. "If I Were Mayor, I Would &" This year, students are asked to include ideas for reaching out to all community members.
The contest gives students a chance to creatively use grade-specific language arts skills and civics/social studies knowledge.
You read in your local newspaper about the latest city/town council meeting. The mayor and council are discussing the future of the City of Aberdeen -- its growth, needs and problems. They are also talking about reaching out to all members of the community. You begin to think: If I were mayor, how could I reach out to all our citizens including people of multi-cultures and ethnic backgrounds, senior citizens, youth, and the disabled and make them all feel like they are an important part of my community? How could I bring people together? How could I encourage them to be active in determining the future of our city?
CONTEST RULES
One winning essay will be selected from each of the Maryland Municipal League's 11 regional districts. Each winner will receive a $250 savings bond. The 11 winners, along with their parents and a teacher, will also be recognized at the statewide Municipal Government Week event in April.
STUDENTS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS
Members of the Aberdeen Police Department in conjunction with members of the Aberdeen High School Students Against Drunk Drivers (SADD) chapter conducted a mock auto accident scenario on May 3, 2002. The incident occurred between 10:30 AM and 12:50 PM in a grassy area adjacent to the high school building.
Prior to beginning the exercise, a brief overview was provided by Sgt. Albert Severn of the Aberdeen Police Department. The overview included statistical information and the dynamics of an alcohol related automobile accident.
Members of the SADD chapter, acting as victims, were in wrecked autos while marked Aberdeen Police units arrived on the scene to render aid and initiate an investigation. One of the vehicle "operators" submitted to field sobriety tests, and that individual was arrested and taken away in handcuffs. This "crash" resulted in a fatality, personnel from Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home arrived to remove the "deceased." Finally, Cullum's Auto Salvage (who donated the wrecked autos) came to the scene to remove the wrecks
At the conclusion of the exercise the participants engaged in a brief review of the incident.
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
The Aberdeen Police Department received funding through a federal grant to designate a police officer, Officer Marilyn Dudley, as a School Resource Officer for the Aberdeen High and Middle Schools. Officer Dudley meets the grant's time requirement by being at the school full-time during the school year. She works closely with the school's administration and staff, helping them with discipline related and criminal issues. Officer Dudley also provides training regarding law issues.
INNAUGURAL SEASONIS A HUGE SUCCESS!
Described as an intimate, family friendly ballpark where ticket prices are affordable, parking is free, lines are short and every seat has a good view! Ripken Stadium opened on June 18th, to a sold out standing room only crowd. The new team, Aberdeen IronBirds, a Single A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles began their inaugural season playing in the New York-Penn League. The IronBirds and Ripken Stadium provided residents with a summer of wholesome, family entertainment that delighted young and old alike. Baltimore Sun Architecture Critic Edward Gunts described Ripken Stadium: "it 's size and scale give it a small town flavor, but the craftsmanship and creature comforts are worthy of the big leagues. It 's a place where parents will be able to buy a hot dog and catch up with neighbors without losing sight of the game or the kids." Additionally, citizens of all ages were employed to work as ushers, groundskeepers, batboys, and concessionaires. Maybe one day we 'll have an Aberdeen High School graduate starting his career in Ripken Stadium!
THE NEXT LEVEL of the Aberdeen project at Ripken Stadium will be construction of the Ripken Youth Baseball Academy. Grading has already begun for several youth fields that will be ready for play this year.
Ripken Baseball wants to get several useable fields in place as soon as possible so their mission of growing the game of baseball can be taken to the next level. The ballpark structure around the fields will follow in due time after the fields are constructed and ready for use this year.
ELECTRONIC CITY HALL
Aberdeen's staff is excited to be working with Aberdeen Middle School teacher, Mrs. Quickley and students of the Maryland 21st Century Community Learning Center in creating a student page that will be downloaded on to the City's website. This student website, which will contain news for Aberdeen's youth, will be formally unveiled in April at a City Council meeting in celebration of Municipal Government Week. Subscribe to the City's E-Citizen News and be one of the first to receive the website address. E-Citizen News is an up-to-date newsletter that is e-mailed, bimonthly, to local residents, out-of-state visitors, and various businesses and organizations from around the world. This dynamic communication tool has taken government and its services to a new level. If you would like to begin receiving E-Citizen News, please contact dostroski@aberdeen-md.org.
In 2003 the Cal Ripken World Series (CRWS) will move to its permanent home in Aberdeen. The 2003 CRWS will be played at Ripken Stadium. The Minor League Park will be retrofitted to accommodate 12 year-old athletes in the tournament. The City has formed a planning committee to assist in organizing the festivities. The inside scoop is a parade, a BBQ at Festival Park and many other exciting attractions are being planned. If you have any ideas for planned activities, please contact Councilman Jerry Hansen at jhansen@iximd.com
The Skateboard and Inline Skating Park closed on December 15th and weather permitting, will reopen on January 18th . Extended hours will begin in March.
PROMOTING ABERDEEN Our new City theme "People of Vision" is an accurate description of the way Aberdeen looks to the future, solves problems, and makes our community one in which every citizen has the opportunity to grow.
The Mayor and Council unveiled the City 's new theme and logo in April. The theme "People of Vision" is supported by a logo depicting a baseball field with an eagle delivering a baseball to home plate.
Aberdeen's new logo has three elements: the Eagle located in the center of the logo, a baseball that is held by the Eagle and the playing field consisting of bases that surround the Eagle. Each of these elements is descriptive of Aberdeen.
The Eagle Represents |
The Baseball Represents |
The Playing Field "Where it all takes place" |
Aberdeen High School Mascot |
Team Sport |
1st base - Aberdeen Community |
Aberdeen Proving Ground seal |
American Past-time |
2nd base - Heart of Harford County |
City Seal |
Family Social Event |
3rd base - All America City |
National Symbol |
Home of Ripken Museum |
Home Plate - Homerun City |
All America City |
Home of Ripken Stadium |
WHO WAS CASIMIR WIDOWSKI?
Mr. Widowski, known as Cas to his friends, was a regular pool player at the Aberdeen Senior Center. In early part of 1999, Cas began creating a model of the Center -- a place he held close to his heart. As his health declined, he worked diligently trying to complete the project. He constructed the building to exact scale, inside and out. Cas built exact replicas of the information desk, dining room and craft room tables, bookshelves, a piano in the multi-purpose room, and a pool table complete with balls, rack, and cues. He was meticulous with detail.
Unfortunately, Cas passed away before he could finish the structure. Subsequently, his wife donated the model to the Center. With help from many individuals, the project was completed. This was truly a team effort to accomplish such a task. The unveiling of the replica and dedication ceremony was held on April 25, 2002,as a way to thank everyone who contributed, and most of all to remember Cas, the creator of the model and a friend we will always remember with a smile.
Take a moment and stop by the Senior Center to see Mr. Widowski's replica.