Thank goodness for Valentine's Day because February has otherwise been an atrocious, icy mess! The bewitching beauty of the recent ice storm rendered a simple walk perilous while sub-zero temperatures have kept us huddling indoors, warmly ensconced from the treacherous cold.
Life at Noble has kept pace, however, with rebukes to winter's nasty grip that include flower arranging, games, puzzles, valentines, and both feeding (note picture herein)and watching birds at the many feeders stationed outside Noble's windows. Valentine's Day and Mardi gras celebrations are on the calendar as is a Frank Sinatra tribute concert later this month!
Covid's long-awaited retreat seems finally to be at hand, bringing 50th-anniversary plans into sharper focus as well as the gradual return of on-campus events. Several 50th-anniversary art exhibits are in the works, as are programs that hearken old favorites like the Community Picnic, outdoor concerts, and even spicy fall chili! A look back through Noble's many scrapbooks and photo albums reveals a 50-year tradition of organically mingling Noble life with the surrounding community. We are grateful for that rich connection and look forward to deepening it as we celebrate with you throughout 2022.
The Legacy of Slavery
Please join Noble Horizons, the Scoville Library, and the Salisbury Association for a three-week
series exploring the legacy of slavery in the northwest corner. You may register for a Zoom link here and find more information here.
The series begins on February 17 at 7 pm with a look at the economics of slavery explored through the themes of dehumanization, treatment of the enslaved, and paternalism.
February 24 at 7 pm examines the life of Joseph Mars, who may have been enslaved in Salisbury. His brother, James Mars was born into slavery in Canaan and later fled to Norfolk where he bought his freedom and became an activist and author.
March 3 at 7 pm brings you into the process of documenting enslaved people through primary sources such as property, church, vital records, accounts, and census, and will conclude with the current efforts to memorialize Joseph Mars with a Witness Stone.
Exploring Art from the Harlem Renaissance
Three African American artists of the Harlem Renaissance will be the focus of a 7 pm February 28 program hosted on Zoom by Noble Horizons and the Scoville Library. The Harlem Renaissance emerged around 1920 in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City. The period is known for the prolific production of literary, visual, and musical arts within and representing the African American community, culture, and identity. Horace Pippin, Romare Bearden, and Jacob Lawrence collaborated with writers, publishers, playwrights, and musicians to provide a counterpoint to the racist characterizations so dominant in popular culture.
The program is presented by ArtScapades, a Connecticut-based art organization that presents art courses in libraries, museums, and art centers throughout NY, MA, NJ and FL. Please register for a Zoom link.
The Greener Grass of Noble
“I’ve always been interested in medicine – in fact, I thought about being a vet and even a doctor for a while,” recalled Angela Cain, Noble's Director of Infection Control. “My first nursing job in 1996 was in a hospital in Foley, Alabama. I worked in oncology and telemetry – it was a very progressive hospital so the technology was amazing and far ahead of most hospitals. 
From there I became a charge nurse and eventually worked in the ICU.”
Angela then became a travel nurse which offered her and her daughter the opportunity to experience new places. Finally ready to settle down, she chose CT to be near her daughter who was a student at Yale University. “When it was time to come back I noticed an opening at Noble. I’ve always admired the campus and heard great things about the company and the staff," Angela explained. “I’ve worked in a lot of places – all over the country. Nurses tend to leave thinking the grass might be greener elsewhere. I can promise you – there is no grass that is greener than here at Noble Horizons – I love it here.” Read more.
Treat yourself to Noble's free exercise and wellness classes!
Please click here to explore and register for Zoom links.
