NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT |
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| Grove Forest Kids Making Their Mark In Woodlake |  |
 Some of the classmates at "Children's World 2000" |
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Melany Krausse, Janis Krausse and Erin Edge what they did this summer and you won't get
the typical kids' answer. These girls are already learning the value of contributing to
their community and finding out about the rewards of volunteerism first-hand. Melany (12), Janis (10) and Erin (11) went far beyond the traditional babysitting jobs over the summer. Together, they planned, organized and executed "Children's World," a backyard summer camp that brought neighborhood kids together for crafts, games, and lots of fun. |
| The team of "teachers" even compiled a book that was created by the participants to document daily themes such as Water Day, Nature Day, Game Day, Sports Day, and Music Day. This keepsake book includes pictures, drawings made by the kids, and a dedication to the parents of those who attended. |  Taking a break for snacks and a toast! |
 A Children's World student's drawing of the birdseed covered pinecone she made on Nature Day |
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end of summer didn't mark the end of the girls' contributions. On Columbus Day, the girls
used their day off from school to sell hot cocoa at the entrance to Grove Forest. They
plan to use the money they earned to spruce up their neighborhood's entrance with pumpkins
and other fall decorations. Says Melany, "We just wanted to do something for our
neighborhood and our friends. We didn't do this to make money for ourselves." With Christmas approaching, the girls are already making plans for their annual neighborhood caroling. They'll gather together afterward for a little cocoa and holiday companionship. Melany says she isn't sure what's next, but they're already collecting ideas for the next Children's World. They'll have them lining up to enroll! |
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 Marsha Grossmanof Standing Oak -artist in residence -owner of Morning Glory Studio --captures children "in their element" and "in their surroundings" |
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Kids At Work ...a Marsha Grossman greeting card recently published by Palm Press of California that depicts a typical "Snow Day" in Woodlake. Cards will be available for sale in specialty stores throughout the country in September, 2000, including Hardwell's of Brandermill. |
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A charming photo that captures the relationship of a Woodlake
girl and her beloved dog.| The photographs above show a
perfect example of Marsha's incredible artistry in capturing those treasured childhood
moments and the true character of her subject matter in her black and white or sepia
photograph, and of the tremendous transformation that takes place in hand coloring the
photograph. |
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see more of Marsha's work, or to find out how to order directly from her, go to the
Morning Glory Studio website at: http://www.morningglorystudio.com. |
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