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Featuring Christine Matusiak… Christine is our new co-teacher in the Preschool- Kindergarten class. As a trained artist, she’s a bit over- qualified for our crafts, but we’re so glad she’s here! Christine was raised in Media, PA, just outside of Philadelphia. While there, she attended 12 years of Catholic school, graduating from Cardinal O’Hara H.S. in Springfield, PA. (We love having Catholic-trained folks on the Nurture staff because they really know their Bible stories!) Christine then attended University of the Arts in Philly where she majored in Sculpture. At that time, she enjoyed figurative work with wood and metal, but she kept being drawn to fabric. She eventually decided to attend Penland School of Craft where she focused on weaving and its craftsman- ship. After that, Christine earned her 3 rd degree (!), an Associate’s in Professional Crafts from Haywood Com- munity College where she focused on the business/ professional aspects of weaving. Christine generally crafts functional items, like scarves, small bags, informal shawls, and accessories. She even maintains her own garden where she grows flowers like marigolds, cosmos, and indigo plants to create natural dyes for the yarn. Her beautiful final products have been displayed and sold at Mountain Made, Woolworth Walk, and other galleries through- out WNC. And for those of you who remember Blue Moon Bakery, formerly on Biltmore Ave., Christine used to work there, too. Christine spends much of her time home-schooling her 12-year-old son, Frost. She also enjoys attending yoga classes a few times a week and the occasional beach trip. She began teaching in our Preschool-Kind. room just about a month ago. She said, “The kids are awe- some, and I’m enjoying getting to know them. They are great communicators, which makes it fun.” As you can see, Christine is a perfect match for our program, and we’re feeling very fortunate that she found us! Nurture Newsletter October-November 2019 Curriculum News - Via Negativa The Sunday just before the fall equinox (Sept. 22), we moved into Via Negativa. During this Via, we embrace the darkness in our lives and honor the rough times. Our theme for the younger groups (Preschool-Kind. and Lower Elementary) is In the Desert. They will hear the entire Mo- ses saga from baby in a basket to the Israelites wandering in the desert. It’s a great Via Negativa story, full of fear, anger, pride, and lying. We treat all those emotions as a normal part of life as we explore strategies for how to han- dle them when they arise and what we might be able to learn from them. They will also learn about the Jewish hol- idays of Passover and Shavuot (God giving the Torah to the Israelites). Our theme for the Upper Elementary class is Deceiv- ers. They will explore stories from various cultures and faith traditions that involve deception. There are a lot of them! Here’s a sampling: • Laban Deceives Jacob – Twice (Genesis 29-30) • The Stone with Whiskers (Sub-Saharan African) • Samson’s 1st Wife and the Riddle (Judges 14:5-20) • Samson and Delilah (Judges 16:4-22) • Foolish Lion and Clever Rabbit (Hindu/ Panchatantra) • A Man Named Wise (Buddhist/Jataka) • Judas Betrays Jesus (Matthew 26-27) Interfaith Evening of Gratitude– Save the Date! Our interfaith colleagues around Asheville are coming together for an evening of gratitude on Sunday, Nov. 17 from 5:00-6:30 at Congregation Beth Israel (229 Mur- dock Ave., 28801). In addition to our very own Amy Steinberg, we have confirmations from: Billy Jonas Urban Dharma Amro Elwelha (Islamic Community) Mother Grove Goddess Temple Baha’is of Asheville David LaMotte The program is a work-in-progress, so expect this list to grow as we lift up gratitude in its various forms and expressions. Halloween Jokes for the Kids in your Life Q: Why didn’t the skeleton want to go to school? A: His heart wasn’t in it. Q: Why didn’t the skeleton cross the road? A: He didn’t have any guts.
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Featuring Christine Matusiak…
Christine is our new co-teacher in the Preschool-Kindergarten class. As a trained artist, she’s a bit over-qualified for our crafts, but we’re so glad she’s here! Christine was raised in Media, PA, just outside of Philadelphia. While there, she attended 12 years of Catholic school, graduating from Cardinal O’Hara H.S. in Springfield, PA. (We love having Catholic-trained folks on the Nurture staff because they really know their Bible stories!) Christine then attended University of the Arts in Philly where she majored in Sculpture. At that time, she enjoyed figurative work with wood and metal, but she kept being drawn to fabric. She eventually decided to attend Penland School of Craft where she focused on weaving and its craftsman-ship. After that, Christine earned her 3rd degree (!), an Associate’s in Professional Crafts from Haywood Com-munity College where she focused on the business/professional aspects of weaving. Christine generally crafts functional items, like scarves, small bags, informal shawls, and accessories. She even maintains her own garden where she grows flowers like marigolds, cosmos, and indigo plants to create natural dyes for the yarn. Her beautiful final products have been displayed and sold at Mountain Made, Woolworth Walk, and other galleries through-out WNC. And for those of you who remember Blue Moon Bakery, formerly on Biltmore Ave., Christine used to work there, too. Christine spends much of her time home-schooling her 12-year-old son, Frost. She also enjoys attending yoga classes a few times a week and the occasional beach trip. She began teaching in our Preschool-Kind. room just about a month ago. She said, “The kids are awe-some, and I’m enjoying getting to know them. They are great communicators, which makes it fun.” As you can see, Christine is a perfect match for our program, and we’re feeling very fortunate that she found us!
Nurture Newsletter October-November 2019
Curriculum News - Via Negativa The Sunday just before the fall equinox (Sept. 22), we moved into Via Negativa. During this Via, we embrace the darkness in our lives and honor the rough times. Our theme for the younger groups (Preschool-Kind. and Lower Elementary) is In the Desert. They will hear the entire Mo-ses saga from baby in a basket to the Israelites wandering in the desert. It’s a great Via Negativa story, full of fear, anger, pride, and lying. We treat all those emotions as a normal part of life as we explore strategies for how to han-dle them when they arise and what we might be able to learn from them. They will also learn about the Jewish hol-idays of Passover and Shavuot (God giving the Torah to the Israelites). Our theme for the Upper Elementary class is Deceiv-ers. They will explore stories from various cultures and faith traditions that involve deception. There are a lot of them! Here’s a sampling:
• Laban Deceives Jacob – Twice (Genesis 29-30)
• The Stone with Whiskers (Sub-Saharan African)
• Samson’s 1st Wife and the Riddle (Judges 14:5-20)
• Samson and Delilah (Judges 16:4-22)
• Foolish Lion and Clever Rabbit (Hindu/Panchatantra)
• A Man Named Wise (Buddhist/Jataka)
• Judas Betrays Jesus (Matthew 26-27)
Interfaith Evening of Gratitude– Save the Date!
Our interfaith colleagues around Asheville are coming together for an evening of gratitude on Sunday, Nov. 17 from 5:00-6:30 at Congregation Beth Israel (229 Mur-dock Ave., 28801). In addition to our very own Amy Steinberg, we have confirmations from:
Billy Jonas Urban Dharma Amro Elwelha (Islamic Community) Mother Grove Goddess Temple Baha’is of Asheville David LaMotte
The program is a work-in-progress, so expect this list to grow as we lift up gratitude in its various forms and expressions.
Halloween Jokes for the Kids in your Life Q: Why didn’t the skeleton want to go to school?
A: His heart wasn’t in it.
Q: Why didn’t the skeleton cross the road? A: He didn’t have any guts.
October –November Events!
Sunday, October 6th – Blessing of the Animals – Both Celebrations Amy Steinberg and Jackie Dobrinska will lead us in a special blessing of the animals. Please feel free to bring your pet. Most of the Nurture Program kids will be upstairs for the first part of the 1st Celebration. If your child is afraid of animals, please let us know, and those needs will be accommodated.
Sunday, October 6th – Movie Night – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Rated G, 1971) Join us for a Jubilee-style, family-friendly night at the movies!! Films will be shown on the lawn at Howard’s house (31 Park Ave. North, 28801) at 6:30PM. Bring your own blankets, drinks, food, and any other comfort items. Rain location: Jubilee! Cost: Donation. Freshly-popped popcorn will be available for a small fee.
Sunday, October 20th – Mediation Center Crafts and Indian Dancing This morning, for our October Community Service Sunday, we’ll make fall crafts to spruce up the Family Visitation space at the Mediation Center. Then, Melissa Howarth will return for some more Indian Dancing!!
Sunday, October 27th – Urban Dharma Visits the Teen Group For a change of pace, Urban Dharma is coming to us this time! Our teens will meet with Elise for a Buddhist teach-ing and meditation during their regularly-scheduled class time.
Sunday, October 27th – Movie Night – Coco (Rated PG, 2017) Join us for another family-friendly night at the movies. This time it’s Academy Award-Winner, Coco, an animated Day of the Dead story featuring 12-year-old Miguel. The show begins at 6:30PM at Howard’s house (31 Park Ave. North, 28801). Bring blankets, drinks, and food. Rain location: Jubilee! Cost: Donation and (optional) popcorn $$.
Saturday, November 2nd – Fall Back! Don’t forget to set your clocks back! If you forget, you will be VERY early for church.
Sunday, November 9th – Community Service Sunday – Cleaning Wall Street This morning, the kids will help clean up the streets in our immediate neighborhood. Please make sure your kids are appropriately dressed for the weather! We’ll finish up downstairs with some much-deserved snacks.
Sunday, November 24th – Visit to Urban Dharma – Preschool-Kindergarten Class Our Preschool-Kindergarten class will join the kids/families at Urban Dharma (77 Walnut Street) for a Buddhist story and meditation. We’ll walk to Urban Dharma at 9:50 and return by the usual end-of-class time (10:45).
Teen Group Our teen group (ages 13-17) is up and running with mentors Paul Leech and Samantha Woods! They’ve had a couple of fun field trips to the Labor Day Festival of Arts in Pack Square and the State Fair. They’ve also been planning activities for the remainder of the fall. Here’s what’s coming up!
Sunday, October 6th: Community Service It’s braiding and tying as we make pull toys for dogs at Brother Wolf. Join us!
Sunday, October 13th: Jewish Food Festival and Pumpkins It’s Pack Square for the Hard Lox Festival. At noon we’ll head to the pumpkin patch at Grace Episcopal.
Sunday, October 20th: Pumpkin Carving
Sunday, October 27th: Visit from Urban Dharma
Sunday, November 3 – Day of the Dead Crafts Colorful skull shrinky-dinks? Bleach pen banners? We’ll pick some fun Day-of-the-Dead crafts and learn more about the origins of the holiday.
