“Bruce on the Loose!” Photo by Julie Weissman On Wednesday, March 15, popular lecturer James Coll presented a program on Bruce Springsteen to a full house of Women’s Club members at their monthly meeting. Noting this was Women’s History Month, Mr. Coll, a former detective, educator and lecturer, remarked on Bruce’s influence on women and how Springsteen’s mother inspired him. From the rocker’s birth in 1949, Coll traced Springsteen’s struggles and triumphs in his personal and professional life. Citing Elvis Presley and the Beatles as some of Springsteen’s early influences, Coll also spoke of how Springsteen’s complicated relationship with his distant father factored into his development. It was his mother who encouraged her son to follow his musical passion, and she took out a loan of $50 to buy him his first guitar. This ultimately launched the career of one of the most successful rock stars of modern times. Springsteen strove to be different, and Coll played snippets of his songs to spotlight the lyrics and different guitar strains from accoustic to electric. Aided by a PowerPoint presentation of Springsteen’s family, fellow band members and album covers, Club members were treated to an insightful discussion by the music loving Coll, who stated he was “blown away” the first time he heard “Born in the USA.” Coll meticulously followed Springsteen’s journey from an indifferent parochial school student in New Jersey to a record contract at Columbia to international acclaim. Audience member Claire Levitan remarked that on a visit to Israel she noticed Springsteen had a large following with the young people of the country. Coll wrapped up with a fitting image of Bruce dancing with his mother on stage. His love and devotion to the lady who nurtured his passion for music pays homage to all women who can have such a positive influence on the lives of their children. Delights and Highlights to Come... Wednesday, April 19: The Humor of Judge Judy—7:30 p.m. in the Large Downstairs Card Room / Members Only* Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe, noted freelance writer, lecturer, and educator known for her humor and Yiddishisms, will spotlight Judge Judy’s courtroom. Don’t miss this evening dedicated to the fascinating judge who brought courtroom drama to TV with innovation and humor. Wednesday, May 17: Ladies Who Lunch—12 Noon at the Jolly Fisherman Restaurant in Roslyn / $22 per person / Members only* Currently SOLD OUT, but waiting list is forming. Assigned seating. Attention will be given to seating requests wherever possible. Need info? Contact Rosalie Goodman at 718-279-2271 or Gloria Beck at 718-229- 1773 or Chickie Kaufman at 718-819-8176. Wednesday, June 7: A Passion for Fashion—7:30 p.m. in the Large Downstairs Card Room / Members Only* Get an advanced look at the upcoming Halston Exhibit at the Nassau County Museum, featuring a learned discussion by a museum docent prior to the Club’s field trip (see next item). Wednesday, June 28: Trip to Nassau County Museum—$12 Entrance Fee / Docent Tour limited to 11-12 / Members Only* Special Option: After tour, the LUNCH BUNCH will meet at Ben’s Delicatessen, Northern Boulevard and Glen Cove Road. Reservations for Lunch Bunch are a must, and a $5 deposit is required. Contact Chickie Kaufman at 718-819-8176 or leave check in envelope addressed to Chickie Kaufman, Apt.1T with Concierge of Building #3. Need a hug? If you’re convalescing, under the weather, or just need a little TLC, the NST Women’s Club will make a special effort to cheer you up with our newly-formed “We Care Cards” Program. It’s just another way of reaching out to our members. More information to come. Stay tuned for summer and fall events. Look for the flyer with the yellow rose in your mailroom. For further information, contact our co-presidents: Roberta Gould at 718-224-4388 or Julie Weissman at 718-423-3017. *Not a member yet? Look what you’re missing! Judy Paris speaks with Mr. Coll after his presentation Bruce Springsteen in 1985 NEED FURTHER INFO? CALL CHICKIE KAUFMAN AT 718-819-8176 OR JULIE WEISSMAN AT 718-423-3017 34 NORTH SHORE TOWERS COURIER ¢ April 2017
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