JMM Insights: Father’s Day
Tonight’s indulgence is my passion for museums. I’ll be a part of a panel discussion with colleagues at the other JMM (the Jewish Museum Milwaukee) for a behind-the-scenes look at how (and why) temporary exhibits and traveling shows happen. I will, of course, be wearing my Harry Houdini tie.
On Sunday my kids (my adult kids) are indulging me in another passion, board games. It won’t be on a table top (the kids are located in Ann Arbor and Boston), but we’ll use a website dedicated to board games. My kids are pretty good players, so the best I can hope for is a tie…cue rimshot.
Whether or not you can be with your dad on Sunday, I’m wishing you an inspiring Father’s Day.
JMM Board Voting Goes Virtual!
We invite our membership to vote on the FY2021 Board of Trustees Officers and Nominees. This year’s voting will take place through an online ballot. Voting will close at 11:59pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2020.
Questions? Contact Tracey Dorfmann at tdorfmann@jewishmuseummd.org.
Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, Brothers, Cousins, Family Friends – this weekend is a time to celebrate, honor, and remember the father figures who play important roles in our lives. Just like there are lots of ways to be a mom, there are just as many ways to be a dad. In today’s JMM Insights, we’re sharing our personal dad-stories, diving into the collections for dad-related fun, and even suggesting some ways to celebrate that go behind the…ahem…traditional tie.
My dad has many names. You can tell when in his life someone met him – childhood friends and family call him Butch (because of the haircut) or Eddie from is early adulthood days, to Ed for more recent acquaintances (though I don’t think I’ve EVER heard anyone call him Edward). But mostly, to me, he’s just my dad. And I like him just the way he is.
You can enjoy the rest of our JMM Dad stories here.
Ready for a look at some of the dads in our collections? Joanna went searching through the archives to select just a few of our finest father photos to share with you here!
Looking for a less stereotypical way to let your father-figure know how much they mean to you? We’ve got a couple of suggestions:
Make a donation in their honor! Whether it’s a local museum (hint, hint), an important charity, or even a favorite small business, this is a great way to let Dads know you’re thinking of them without adding any clutter to their lives.
We won’t be able to ship your purchase in time for Father’s Day, but if you leave us a note with your order and include your dad’s email, we’ll send him a message to let him know a special gift is on its way!
Although, there ARE some pretty cute tie options out there if you’re a gift traditionalist!
JOIN US – LIVE!
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
at 7:00pm EST
Join us for a special Covid 19 inspired writing workshop where we will come together to record our experiences for future generations.
Register for this Live Stream Event here!
Thursday, June 25, 2020
at 7:30pm EST
Harry Houdini wasn’t born. He was invented. Join us for this magical performance with magician David London as he takes us back in time to truly discover the world’s first superstar.
Register for this Live Stream Event here
WONDERNAUTS: What Would You Eat in Space?
Explore what astronauts eat and design your own space menu in this new Wondernauts activity.
ESTHER’S PLACE: ONLINE!
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