Christopher stepped in for the scheduled Heather Natola Feinstein and presented interesting information about the natural history and care of owls, hawks, eagles, and other raptors. Chris grew up surrounded by raptors. His parents, Len and Diane Soucy, founded the Raptor Trust in the family backyard. The Raptor Trust provides for approximately 50% of all injured, sick, or orphaned wild birds which are admitted to their center. Chris has participated in wildlife conservation, raptor research, hawk banding and rehab since he was 4 years old. Chris holds a BA from Rutgers University and a master’s in education from Smith College in Massachusetts. He enjoys bicycling, music, hiking and spending time with his wife, Allison, and daughter, Leah.

At our September meeting Carol presented a workshop on the ancient Cherokee Art of Transferring the shape and dyes from flowers to a natural fabric. Carol has been teaching painting and drawing to children and adults for over 9 years and has attained a BFA in illustration and Graphics as well as a degree from F.I.T. in Textile Design. She has been a part time instructor at West Windsor Arts Council. Her designs have been showcased on Woman’s Day, Talbots, and other presentations. Carol will provide the materials needed for this project.

Getting our 2023-2024 off to an early start, Diana held a Line Mass Floral Design class at Station House. Diana has been teaching floral design since 1991. A club member since 1985, she has won several blue-ribbon awards and section awards at the local and state level for her designs.