The Fabric of Connection: A Chat With SAQA’s Martha Sielman

The Fabric of Connection: A Chat With SAQA’s Martha Sielman By Ed Ryan The Grouper Gazette recently chatted with Martha Sielman, Executive Director of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), to explore her journey with the organization and her passion for quilting as an art form. With over 20 years at the helm, Martha shared insights […]

ACBL Leader Guided By A Passion For Bridge

ACBL Leader Guided By A Passion For Bridge “The ability to connect through cards allows really different types of people to be friends because they play bridge.” Bronia Jenkins, Executive Director of the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL)   By Ed Ryan Certain love stories unexpectedly stick to you, capturing your attention and making you […]

Walk With A Doc’s Founder: “You have to walk the talk”

Walk With A Doc’s Founder: “You have to walk the talk” Dr David Sabgir walks his dog Mudge as he talks with nine year old Sophia Sturiano during the “Walk with a Doc” program at High Banks Metro Park on Saturday April 23. Photo by Lorrie Cecil/ ThisWeek Community News Interview by Ed Ryan In […]

A conversation with Naples Pickleball Center’s Bob Strommen

A conversation with Naples Pickleball Center’s Bob Strommen “You learn to realize that life is very precious, very short. Life is enhanced through the relationships you have with people around you. I’m doing my best to take these lessons and embed them within Naples Pickleball Center and the staff we are so blessed to have.” […]