Sealed with a Kiss Back by popular demand, Marilyn Carminio kicked off the Superbowl of events on Wednesday, January 18, with an exciting and original discussion, called “Sealed with a Kiss: The History and Traditions of Marriage.” Always perceptive and interesting, Ms. Carminio is a retired school teacher and held various positions at women’s magazines, such as Cosmopolitan, where she worked for Helen Gurley Brown. She lectures extensively at Long Island venues, including universities, libraries and historical societies. Tracing the history of marriage from B.C. to modern times, a long walk down the aisle has undergone significant changes through the centuries. Using a series of slides and entertaining narrative, Photos by Julie Weissman Ms. Carminio explored the different concepts of family traditions, cultures, love, matchmaking and the evolution of the basis of marriage. Her talk included the origins of the “best man” and ushers, “something old, something blue” and the myriad customs from biblical to modern times. The enthusiastic applause at the end of the program bore testimony to its success. What’s Up Next? Our program chairperson, the tireless Gloria Beck, has lined up a series of events and presentations for the winter/spring season. Wednesday, February15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Downstairs Card Room “THE 100-YEAR -OLD MAN” A celebration of the 100th birthday of legendary Hollywood actor, Kirk Douglas. The program, presented by the noted Philip Harwood, will explore Douglas’s career, along with film clips and commentary tailored to interest us all. The “Rag Man’s Son” and Spartacus has finally come of age. March Mannequins Our passion for fashion is in the works for March. Look for flyers in the mail room for details. This promises to be terrific. Wednesday, April 19th at 7:30 p.m. in the Downstairs Card Room COURTLY LAUGHS: THE HUMOR OF JUDGE JUDY Known for a unique sense of humor, Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe, noted business educator and freelance writer, brings Judge Judy’s story to life. Laced with Yiddishisms, we will be treated to a special evening, which is sure to delight everyone. Wednesday, May 17th: Spring Fling at Jolly Fisherman Restaurant in Roslyn Welcome sweet springtime and greet our Women’s Club South members as they return to the Towers. A delicious luncheon will be served. Plan for an afternoon of camaraderie and friendship with other members. Details will be available in this newspaper or flyers in your mail room. Look for the Flyer with the yellow rose — That’s us! Future plans are in the offing, including line-dancing, trips, lunch bunches, and many areas of interest to women. Not a member yet? In order to enjoy our monthly programs please sign up ASAP. Bring check for $25, addressed to “Chickie Kaufman, Apt.1T, Building 3” and leave with Building 3 concierge. Speaker Marylin Carminio talks marriage Vicki Mazel and Claire Levitan console Carol Klinger on her recent injuries Speaker Marylin Carminio (left) and Gloria Beck NEED FURTHER INFO? CALL CHICKIE KAUFMAN AT 718-819-8176 OR JULIE WEISSMAN AT 718-423-3017 34 NORTH SHORE TOWERS COURIER ¢ February 2017
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