Monday Morning Memo - 2.9.2026
Wider Horizons Events and Information
John Rochford died peacefully on Saturday at his home with dear friends present. John had a long illness which he faced with bravery and faith. I and others of you who knew him well will miss him sorely. He loved this village and supported it generously with time, talent, and tribute.
We will gather to remember him at St. Joe’s, John’s parish church, on Saturday, March 7 at 11 am. I’ve attached an email I received from John’s friend Sean.
Another dear member, Phil Gerson, is a patient at Kline Galland in Seward Park. You can call me to inquire about visiting. Phil tires easily so it would be nice to coordinate our visits.
Thursday morning’s All-Member Zoom is happening as usual this Thursday, February 12 at 9:30 am. Sue Lerner will send out the link and questions on Wednesday.
Join the Arboretum Walk, Sunday, February 15. Meet at 9 am at the Arboretum’s Graham Visitors Center.
A request from Debbie Ward, our wonderful Storytelling facilitator, for Valentine-themed stories at the upcoming session on Thursday, February 19. Contact Debbie at debbieward222@gmail.com
Sharing
Sylvie Kashdan shared this link about a co-housing conference in Seattle in May: https://cohousinginstitute.org/seattle2026/
Here is New York Times review of two books that may help explain why we do what we do in our village: Book Review: ‘The Mattering Instinct,’ by Rebecca Newberger Goldstein; ‘Mattering,’ by Jennifer Breheny Wallace - The New York Times
Addendum: I forgot to include an announcement that our Book Club, led by Nancy Robb, meets tomorrow, Tuesday, February 10, 10:30 am. The book being discussed is Mark Twain’ classic Huckleberry Finn. All are welcome. Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89700921978?pwd=Pv95oURAr9LliTND1Lm7a6fV2fLxp8.1