Monthly E-News from Patricia Zahn
Missouri Humanities Council
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Man to Remember
This past week we learned of the sudden death of our dear friend, Joe Layden. Joe served as an MHC board member from 1997 through last November when his second term with the Council ended. He was an advocate for humanities activities in his own community and throughout the state. He was always quick to lend a hand when asked and willing to ask tough questions and challenge us to do better as he worked together with us through the years. Joe's energy and enthusiasm for everything that he did will be sorely missed. A longtime resident of Bonne Terre, the Daily Journal there aptly characterized Joe as a "Champion of Community." The links below will take you to two articles about Joe recently published in the Daily Journal. Our sympathies go out to his family and friends. We are very grateful that this wonderful man was a part of our lives and we are better people because of him.
Champion of community, dreamer sleeps his final rest
Journalism was not just a profession, but avocation for Layden
A Note from Patricia Zahn, Summer E-News Editor
While Michael is away this August at the International Music Festival in Pitten, Lower Austria, I am once again standing in as E-News Editor. I am looking forward to seeing the photos of the wonderful places he visits and hearing about his adventures when he returns. He will surely share some of his excitement with all of us next month when he resumes his role as Editor.
Parasailing
at Lake of the Ozarks
As for me, this summer's vacation was spent much closer to home. I took advantage of an opportunity to spend a relaxing week in Sunset Beach at the Lake of the Ozarks. Wanting to make the most of the vacation experience and in an adventurous moment, I decided to try parasailing. As I soared high over the lake, I experienced a peacefulness in the quiet of the sky as I took in the breathtaking scenery of the region. It was an experience that I won't soon forget and I am glad that I dared to take part in such an exciting activity. Other favorite moments centered around special meals with my family. We were fortunate to find two great restaurants near our resort that offered good food and scenic views. We were more fortunate to have a grill on our deck (overlooking the lake, of course) where we roasted hot dogs, steaks and corn. More appetizing, though, was our late evening dessert when we converted the grill to a fire pit to make S'mores!
As part of my work here at MHC, I am lucky to be able to travel to many places throughout Missouri. I am always amazed at the many hidden treasures I find during my travels. As most travelers will concur, one of the best discoveries is to find a great restaurant. Food can truly enhance the travel or practically any other experience. In the coming year, MHC will turn its focus to food and foodways through our new program theme, "America, the Bountiful." We would like to hear from you about your culinary interests and experiences in Missouri. Do you know of a great place to eat or have a recipe with an interesting story that you would like to share? Maybe you have read a fascinating book that relates to food in some way. If so, please send us a note at mail@mohumanities.org or 543 Hanley Industrial Ct., Ste. 201, St. Louis, MO 63144-1905. We will post several of these messages on our website in the upcoming months.
Key Ingredients: America by Food
We are very pleased to announce that six communities have been chosen to host Key Ingredients: America by Food coming to Missouri next June. This exhibit explores the connections between Americans and the foods they produce, prepare, preserve, and present at table - a provocative and thoughtful look at the historical, regional, and social traditions that merge in everyday meals and celebrations.
Sainte Genevieve will serve as the debut site for the tour, hosting the exhibition from June 25 through August 6, 2005. From there, Key Ingredients will travel to Salem, Butler, Webb City, Sullivan, and Maryville respectively where it will be on display for six weeks at each site. The enthusiasm from communities is already high and we are looking forward to the many activities that will take place in relation to the exhibition. Tour dates, locations and contact information is available on our website here.
Make plans now to see Key Ingredients: America by Food
while it is in Missouri. If it is not scheduled to visit a community nearby,
you can still participate in the project by developing ideas
and presenting programs related to the Missouri 
Humanities
Council's theme "America the Bountiful,"
with help from our various program lines.
State Fair
Speaking of food, what thought comes to mind when you think of fried Twinkies, corn dogs, funnel cakes, roasted corn, candied apples and fried Snickers candy bars? Why, the State Fair, of course. MHC will again be involved in this summer's State Fair to be held in Sedalia from August 12th through 21st. We will be set up in the Mo-Ag Theater Building where programs on topics ranging from Lewis and Clark to Laura Ingalls Wilder, and from story-sharing to exploring Missouri artifacts will be presented at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm each day. Information and a complete list of fair activities is available at http://www.mostatefair .com. If you visit the fair, be sure to stop by to meet us and make the most of your time by attending one of our superb programs.
Charettes
In the past few months much information has been shared about the activities that have taken place at historic homes and museums across the state as a result of MHC's Charette program. This service, offered in partnership with the Missouri Arts Council, provides on-site consulting and workshops to help local museums and cultural institutions organize ideas, clarify focus and become the heart of the community's heritage. Sites across the state that have benefited from this service include:
Honeyshuck,
Home of Champ Clark
The Laura Ingalls Wilder Home & Museum in Mansfield; Honey Shuck, the Champ Clark House in Bowling Green; Butler County Community Betterment, Poplar Bluff; Cass County Historical Society, Harrisonville; Louisiana Area Historical Museum; Friends of Rocheport; Osage County Historical Society, Linn; Salem Area Betterment Association; Newton County Historical Society, Neosho; Tri-Counties Historical Society, King City; Missouri Veterinarian Association Museum, Jefferson City; Randolph County Historical Society, Moberly; Pulaski County Visitor Center, Waynesville; Mark Twain Foundation, Hannibal; Friends of Arrow Rock Museum, Kansas City; Current River Heritage Museum, Doniphan; Friends of Historic Boonville; Sedalia Chamber of Commerce (Katy Depot Development); William Jefferson Boone Foundation, Columbia; Andrew County Museum, Savannah.
It is not too late for your organization to participate in a Charette next year. For more information or an application, visit us online - Cultural Heritage Development or contact Michael Bouman at 1-800-357-0909.
Chautauqua 2005
It is not too soon to start planning for next summer! Don't miss the opportunity for your community to host Heartland Chautauqua 2005. Applications for this special week of Chautauqua, made possible through special funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) We the People initiative, will be accepted through August 31st.
Grant Deadlines
September 2nd is the next deadline for Program grant requests of $2,500 or more for projects taking place after mid-October. These grants are due in the first working days of of May, September, November, or January. Program grants of up to $2,500 are due on the first working day of every month. We can notify applicants of these smaller grants within one month.
The central purpose of MHC grants is to support local projects that help a humanities institution improve community involvement. Check our web site at Grants for the guidelines and updated information on this and our other programs or contact us at mail@mohumanities.org or 1-800-357-0909.
A "Defining Moment in History" revisited
One of Missouri's premier historian/Chautauqua scholars, Bill Worley, recently had the opportunity to present Harry Truman on Saipan and elsewhere in the Northern Marianas Islands as part of the observance of the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Saipan in World War II. Bill sent us a narrative of his activities there.
Humanities education begins at home
People are often at a loss when asked to describe the word "humanities." MHC Fiscal Officer Dawn Schwab has recently had a life-changing experience that gave her a new perspective on what it means to "Explore our Heritage and Shape our Community" as she became a new parent to a 15 and a 6 year-old. Dawn has written a short account to convey her experience.
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