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Upcoming events and exciting news at Greater Lynn Senior Services

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The March episode of GLSS TV features a segment entitled, “The Real Harry Crosby: Masters of the Air,” showcasing one of the characters from the book of the same name published in 2006 and now an Apple TV+ miniseries. It show-cases the experiences of the 100th Bombardment Group stationed in England during World War II. Featured prominently in both the book and series is Army Air Force Navigator Harry Crosby from Massachusetts. Masters of the Air was written by Donald L. Miller, Ph.D.; the Apple TV+ miniseries was created by John Shiban and John Orloff.

GLSS TV interviewed Harry’s son Jeff Crosby who lives in Lynn and is an active community member. Jeff, along with other family members including his sister Rebecca from New Hampshire, were flown out to Los Angeles for the screening of the pilot. Later, in the Boston area, a packed-house screening was held at the Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline. The segment features current and vintage photos of Harry Crosby and the family's adventure to Hollywood from both Jeff and his sister Rebecca.

Major Harry Crosby wrote a book about his experiences flying dozens of missions and serving as the Lead Navigator of the 100th Bombardment Group entitled A Wing and a Prayer. The book was published posthumously; Harry Crosby passed away in 2010.

The segment can be viewed on YouTube. It will also be seen on GLSS TV, which airs on local cable TV stations beginning March 1.

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SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE TO AREA HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

THROUGH GREATER LYNN SENIOR SERVICES

 

Lynn, Massachusetts, January 19, 2024 – Greater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS) is accepting applications from high school seniors through the Lique Human Services Scholarship. Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have an interest in or are considering a career in human services and who have made an impact in their community or the world through community service.

 

The Lique Human Services Scholarship will be awarded to two seniors who attend one of the eight high schools located in GLSS’ service area of Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, and Swampscott. These schools include Lynn English and Lynn Classical High Schools; Lynnfield, Saugus, and Swampscott High Schools; Kipp Academy Lynn Collegiate; Lynn Vocational Technical Institute; and St. Mary’s High School. The scholarship is named in memory of Vince Lique, the Agency’s long-time Executive Director who devoted his career to helping others, particularly vulnerable senior citizens and people of all ages with disabilities, demanding that all people be treated with dignity and respect.

 

“Vince’s legacy is firmly rooted in his compassion for people. He measured success by the quality of his service to and advocacy for others,” said Kathryn C. Burns, GLSS’ Chief Executive Officer. “I believe in Vince’s theory that one’s individual success is directly related to the benefits received by those around us. The Lique Human Services scholarship honors the man and his service by encouraging others to do the same.”

Applications are available through each high school’s guidance office or can be completed online at www.glssnet/LiqueScholarship. Completed applications are due on or before Friday, April 5, 2024.

 

 

 

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The Food and Thought Program examines the critical link between what we eat and how we feel emotionally and physically. To learn more, call 781-599-0110. Learn more about Phoenix Food Hub here.

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Phoenix Food Hub is located on the ground floor of GLSS’ office building at 8 Silsbee Street in downtown Lynn. It serves people of all ages in and around the Lynn area—a one-stop shop where individuals and families at risk of nutrition insufficiency can access a variety of resources to help them better manage their overall health and well-being. These include nutrition counseling and education; a food pantry (funded and operated by Catholic Charities); healthy cooking classes and demonstrations; home-delivered meals, and much more.

You can read more about the anniversary event here or watch a video at Lynn Cable TV.

Phoenix Food Hub is open for walk-in hours Monday–Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Staff can be reached by contacting 781-599-0110 or emailing phoenix@glss.net.

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Please RSVP by November 10. Respite is available. Please inquire at time of RSVP.

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Read the September Issue of the Food and Thought Newsletter. Learn how what you eat can affect how you feel emotionally and physically.