President’s Message – December 2016
Dear Docents, This is the last time I will address you as president of Docent Council. Elections were held on Saturday, November 12, and I congratulate everyone who was elected…
Thank You, Internet!
By Bobbi Pinkert, Class of 1999 “Aha! That’s how/why that happened!” is the golden moment for author, editor, and publisher of “Connecting the Windy City," a research blog written by…
Kudos – December 2016
Satisfied guests and tourees scribble notes, compose letters, send emails, and report on-line in praise of docents, VEVs and CAF staff members. Here are the latest compliments. Emily Clott, 2012…
VEV Chair Message – December 2016
Greetings, fellow volunteers, The holiday season is in full swing, including the CAF shop and out on the streets of our beautiful city. As 2016 is winding down and our…
Trivia – December 2016
By Hy Speck, 1995 ORDER IN THE COURT. Loop food courts are springing up faster than Starbucks in Lincoln Park. Above are three additions to the pack - click the…
Building Buzz – November 19, 1891-Superhero Architect Day
Submitted by Claudia Winkler, Class of 2007, who notes: Ken de Muth, great friend of CAF docents and a Pappageorge Haynes architect, sent this email. He told this story when…
Transitions and Milestones – November 2016
Contributed by Diane Wagner, Class of 2005 Two years ago Craig Wilbanks (2001) bought a mid-century ranch near downtown Iowa City. Two years and two architects later, it is ready…
Kudos – November 2016
Satisfied guests and tourees scribble notes, compose letters, send emails, and report on-line in praise of docents, VEVs and CAF staff members. Here are the latest compliments. Bob Adamschick (VEV)…
VEV Chair’s Message – November 2016
Greetings, fellow volunteers – The volunteer corps at CAF is made up of people with diverse skills as well as varying amounts of time to volunteer. Luckily, we have opportunities…
Trivia – November 2016
By Hy Speck, Class of 1995 A RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE. Sprinkled along our tour routes are houses of worship, where one can stop for a moment to refresh both body and soul.…