WASM Newsletter for April 20, 2020

Important information on scam emails and fraudulent phone calls

Fraudulent emails and phone calls abound regarding taxes and Covid-19. Please beware and check this link for more info on what to look out for and protect yourselves:

https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/corporate/security/protect-yourself-against-fraud.html

Stay safe, WASM members! Elaine Bacal

Make your own fabric masks - a great way to use up fabric remnants - a great idea for friends and family

This design is from Good Housekeeping. There is a printable pattern in pdf and a great video tutorial. Elaine made up two of these using remnant upholstery fabric:
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/a31902442/how-to-make-medical-face-masks/

This simple design is from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html

This even simpler, no-sew design is from kd lang on her Twitter page! She uses bandanas and hair ties:
https://twitter.com/kdlang/status/1246212751745101824

Show off your work! Feel free to send photos of your protective masks to Elaine at elainebac@wasmtl.org . I will post on this blog for all to see.

Stay safe and healthy!

WASM Newsletter for April 6, 2020

The Vienna Vegetable Orchestra entertains music lovers around the globe!

When Elaine first heard about this group of musicians, she thought she was dreaming. For a unique musical experience, check out the orchestra right here:

http://www.vegetableorchestra.org/videos.php

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Jackie Wloski suggests Toolbox Classics. Beethoven just might roll over!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fU5zE_WRd_4

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Stan, WASM is thinking of you at this most difficult time

We are sad to hear the news of the sudden passing of Stan Wasilewski's wife, Eva. We are all thinking of you, Stan, at this difficult time. 
https://montrealgazette.remembering.ca/obituary/eva-dmitryssyn-1078899987

News from fellow WASM member, Deirdre Potash

Deirdre says “A very strange existence. Going for a walk everyday. Below is a picture of a field near my home. This is where I walked yesterday. Rocky loved to run around here".

Join in - Create a doodle.

Any kind of paper and drawing utensil. Only rule, fill up the page. Open to all ages. Take a photo of your creation and send to deirdre@artwil.ca . Deirdre will assemble them.
Deirdre says "Look at what we can create"! https://www.facebook.com/events/233259924468855/

Bonne journée. L'art fait du bien

Have a wonderful day. Art feels good, Deirdre Potash, ArtWill Studio