In the meeting, Rebecca Bazan, Executive Director reviewed the annual progress and plans for the future of the Northfield Arts Guild and outgoing President, Steve Meyer, announced the changing of the guard as Jill Ewald takes over as the new Board President. A limerick farewell was offered by Chris Brunelle to Bruce Santerre who leaves the Board this year. But the highlight of the evening was the crowning of Paul Niemisto Arts Volunteer of the Year with a music man type straw hat (sorry no picture you’ll have to take my word for it).
“You’ll have to give it back,” quipped Patsy Dew, Program Director. “It belongs to the NAG costume department.”
Paul, ever the showman couldn’t resist the opportunity to announce his “Vintage Band Music Festival" July 27- 30, which will host 15 bands presenting over 40 FREE outdoor concerts for the whole family all around Northfield. "Let’s see if we really are an Arts Community,” he added.