Winter Tales By the Fire: Remembering David K. Leff
November 10, 2022 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, February 18, 2023
The festivities begin with a road trip to Norfolk, Connecticut’s “Ice Box”. The Lodge at Camp Iwakta is your destination. Afternoon arrival, an outdoor fire, David Leff’s Maple Cocktail, apple cider donuts prepared by Gerri Griswold, and a special roasted venison appetizer prepared by Jody Bronson. A hike through the property will lead us to sunset. Retire to the Lodge, a cozy fire, and comfort food dinner followed by David’s favorite dessert…PIE! Then sit by the fireplace and enjoy a selection of readings from the works of David K. Leff delivered by John Dankosky and Gerri Griswold. You are invited to choose a passage or poem written by David to read as well. This memorial honoring our friend and colleague, David K. Leff is limited to 15 fortunate individuals. Cider, Maple Cocktails, appetizers, sparkling water, and dinner are included. Please bring your own place setting and BYOB. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy boots and bring hiking poles. There is no fee for this program but your donation in any amount to the White Memorial Conservation Center will help create a Museum Children Free Week in Memory of David. A one-time donation of $3000 will reserve in perpetuity, the week of April 6 – 12 (David’s birthday was April 9), in honor of David from his friends. During this week, children ages 12 and under are admitted to the Museum free of charge when accompanied by an adult. 2:00 p.m., Please register by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: https://white-memorial-conservation-center.square.site/product/winter-tales-by-the-fire-remembering-david-k-leff/1126?cs=true&cst=popular
To donate to David’s Children Free Week please use the same link and elect to only leave a donation, not attend the dinner. Thank you!
Directions to the Lodge will be emailed to you prior to the event.
About John Dankosky:John is a radio journalist and moderator. During a 25-year career at Connecticut Public Radio he founded the PRNDI award-winning program, Where We Live.
Originally from Pittsburgh, Dankosky is a 30-year veteran of public radio. Dankosky founded the daily talk show “Where We Live” and co-founded the New England News Collaborative. He has also reported for National Public Radio and has edited award-winning documentaries on Connecticut history, 9/11, and the mental health of children. He currently hosts the podcast “Steady Habits” for the online news organization The Connecticut Mirror, and serves as fill-in host and editorial advisor to Science Friday. He is a frequent moderator for The Connecticut Forum
Saturday, February 18, 2023
The festivities begin with a road trip to Norfolk, Connecticut’s “Ice Box”. The Lodge at Camp Iwakta is your destination. Afternoon arrival, an outdoor fire, David Leff’s Maple Cocktail, apple cider donuts prepared by Gerri Griswold, and a special roasted venison appetizer prepared by Jody Bronson. A hike through the property will lead us to sunset. Retire to the Lodge, a cozy fire, and comfort food dinner followed by David’s favorite dessert…PIE! Then sit by the fireplace and enjoy a selection of readings from the works of David K. Leff delivered by John Dankosky and Gerri Griswold. You are invited to choose a passage or poem written by David to read as well. This memorial honoring our friend and colleague, David K. Leff is limited to 15 fortunate individuals. Cider, Maple Cocktails, appetizers, sparkling water, and dinner are included. Please bring your own place setting and BYOB. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy boots and bring hiking poles. There is no fee for this program but your donation in any amount to the White Memorial Conservation Center will help create a Museum Children Free Week in Memory of David. A one-time donation of $3000 will reserve in perpetuity, the week of April 6 – 12 (David’s birthday was April 9), in honor of David from his friends. During this week, children ages 12 and under are admitted to the Museum free of charge when accompanied by an adult. 2:00 p.m., Please register by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: https://white-memorial-conservation-center.square.site/product/winter-tales-by-the-fire-remembering-david-k-leff/1126?cs=true&cst=popular
To donate to David’s Children Free Week please use the same link and elect to only leave a donation, not attend the dinner. Thank you!
Directions to the Lodge will be emailed to you prior to the event.
About John Dankosky: John is a radio journalist and moderator. During a 25-year career at Connecticut Public Radio he founded the PRNDI award-winning program, Where We Live.
Originally from Pittsburgh, Dankosky is a 30-year veteran of public radio. Dankosky founded the daily talk show “Where We Live” and co-founded the New England News Collaborative. He has also reported for National Public Radio and has edited award-winning documentaries on Connecticut history, 9/11, and the mental health of children. He currently hosts the podcast “Steady Habits” for the online news organization The Connecticut Mirror, and serves as fill-in host and editorial advisor to Science Friday. He is a frequent moderator for The Connecticut Forum
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