William Penn Life, 2010 (45. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2010-07-01 / 7. szám
For Starters Letters Readers respond to story about Hungarian Room THE WILLIAM PENN LIFE is to be ^ congratulated on the excellent article ■ "A Roomful of Traditions" in the r May issue. r From the cover and the index page to the beautifully illustrated article, it commands attention, respect and admiration. The narrative held a revelation for me. I had never been told that the original room disappeared in Barcelona, as it awaited shipment to America. What a tragedy -- more likely it was a crime never solved. Fortunately, Dr. Gomory's determination saved the day. The article was so well written and illustrated. It tells the whole story. I extend my deep appreciation to John E. Lovász and the William Penn Association for maintaining the Hungarian tradition of sharing scholarship with the world. Most sincerely, E. Maxine Bruhns Director, Nationality Rooms and International Exchange Programs University of Pittsburgh I READ the article about the history of the Hungarian Room at Pitt. Congratulations! It is well-written and informative, and I learned a lot about the history of the room that I didn't know before. Thank you for writing the article! The illustrations are beautiful! Sincerely yours, Agnes Vardy Adjunct Professor of English Duquesne University Church appreciates WPA donation & volunteers ON BEHALF of the congregation of the Parkside United Church of Christ, I wish to thank the Association for its generous donation of funds and hard-working volunteers needed to help beautify our church gardens. The front of the church looks beautiful. In Christian love, Jerrie Serdy Chinch Council Secretary Parkside United Church of Christ Phoenixville, PA A few reminders... □ We are still taking reservations for the WPA-sponsored tour to Hungary, Sept. 28 to Oct. 13, 2010. But, time is running out. Anyone wishing to join our tour must submit their reservation and full payment to our Home Office by July 16. The cost of the trip is $2,980 per person, based on double occupancy. The tour will include not only visits to Budapest, Lake Balaton and many more of Hungary's most beautiful and exciting destinations but also a four-day visit to Croatia's Istria Peninsula. For more information, please call Endre Csornán today at 1-800- 848-7366, ext. 136. □ Our annual Hungarian Heritage Experience is fully booked and we are no longer accepting reservations. We thank the 25 members and friends who reserved their places for this year's Experience, and we look forward to greeting you at our facilities at Scenic View this August. If you have any questions about the Experience, please call Endre Csornán at 1-800-848- 7366, ext. 136. □ Plans for our 10th Annual WPA Picnic-A Great Fraternal Fest are nearly complete. This celebration of the fraternal spirit, family fun and Hungarian traditions will be held Saturday, Sept. 11, from noon to 6:00 p.m. on the grounds of Scenic View in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands. Those wishing to donate a prize for the Chinese auction may do so by calling Ronda Grotefend at the Home Office at 1-800-848-7366, ext. 112. For more information about the Picnic, please see the ad at the back of this issue or call the WPA Home Office. Help us celebrate the 125th Anniversary if William Penn Association In 2011, WPA will mark its 125th year of serving families, >ur heritage and the greater community. You can help us make t a memorable year by sharing with us any historical items you own relating to WPA and its predecessor organizations. Anything you are willing to share-photos, awards, pins, banners, programs, newspaper clippings, publications—will be ;reatly appreciated. All items, either loaned or donated, will be included in a special exhibit that will be on display during our 37th General Convention in September 2011. If you have items you would like to loan or donate to our 125th Anniversary exhibit, or if you would like more information, please call Endre Csornán toll-free at 1-800-848-7366, ext. 136. fhankjYou! William Penn Life 0 July 2010 0 3
