“NLG Presents…” and Summer Retreat

Ben Evans, Judith Liben, and Judy Somberg, having just returned from a ten day Guild trip to Cuba, lead a lively discussion about the current reality of life in Cuba.  They showed photos, talked about the contradictions there, such as housing for all, but with a virtual inability to change location, and wondered about the impact of the new economic initiatives.

Panelists Judith Liben, Judy Somberg, and Ben Evans lead a conversation on “Life in Cuba.”

Happy Hour participants watch with excitement a wonderful slide show prepared by Ben. Photos by Sara DeConde and Urszula Masny-Latos.

Some non-Guild participants questioned whether the Cuban revolution had brought positive changes at all.  The three travelers all agreed that the trip was a fascinating experience and that the Guild needs to continue to work to end US hostilities to Cuba, including the US embargo, US travel restrictions, and imprisonment under harsh restrictions of the “Cuban Five”.

NLG Summer Retreat

On a hot (very hot!) and humid July day, over 20 Guild members converged in Cambridge for the Chapter’s annual Summer Retreat.  At this half-a-day event, we analyze the Guild’s current work and discuss future campaigns and programs. And, obviously, all discussions are accompanied by great food and beverages.  Hope to see you next year!

Laura Alfring shows in a cake that she brought to the Retreat how she appreciates the Guild. Laura Rocks!

After dinner, the participants enjoyed the cake and continued with debating and strategizing.