The Murmur - The Johns Hopkins Medical Auxiliary

The Murmur is the official newsletter of
the Johns Hopkins Medical Auxiliary.
It is published six times per year.
July/August
2011
Volume 13, Issue 1
JHMA on the Web:
www.jhmaonline.org
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
By Jennifer Brezina
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unique organization with a three-pronged mission: to support each other, provide
social opportunities, and give back through service.
Really, no one else knows what it's like to be married to a medical spouse at Johns
Hopkins. I can't help but laugh sometimes when well-meaning family friends ask if
my husband Paul is still in medical school (we're going on year 13 of training after
combined MD/MBA degrees, combined OB/GYN and Internal Medicine residencies,
and finally a three-year fellowship௅and I know this pales in comparison to some of
you!) Hopkins is an institution second-to-none, but it's also very demanding. I hope
the JHMA helps you get through the crazy call schedules, night float months, out-oftown conferences, and general stress. I hope your spouse also finds some fun
activities to enjoy through the JHMA.
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looking for, please speak up! Many of our activities got rolling by someone having an
idea and taking initiative. Also, if you have expertise to share with the JHMA, let us
know. We have so much talent among our membership. Jump in and get involved,
whether you are a new member or longtime member.
I'm delighted to announce the Johns Hopkins House Staff Council recently funded
the JHMA with $2,000 to support our Welcome Picnic, Welcome Guide, ongoing
charity work, and our orientation activities this year. We're so grateful for the
Council's generous support, which will enable us to do even more as an
organization as we strive to make the Hopkins experience better for our members.
For the coming year, there are four specific goals the executive board has identified.
First, we plan to further develop the philanthropy arm of the JHMA, so be on the
lookout for upcoming ways to volunteer. Second, we plan to explore more
partnerships within the community. We have already formed a new partnership with
the Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union, and they are generously sponsoring our
annual Crab Feast in July. Our advertising coordinator, Stephanie Neufeld, has also
developed new partnerships with the National Aquarium and Port Discovery, and
both are donating a free family membership to the JHMA this year (to be raffled off
to members at the Welcome Picnic). As part of these new partnerships, we're aiming
for more subsidized activities for our members and their families, which is another
goal. Finally, we will continue to expand awareness of our organization and spread
the word about what we're doing among the Hopkins community.
Very best wishes to you for the coming year in Charm City. And remember, my door
is always open to you.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Brezina
WELCOME PICNIC SET
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 23,
when the JHMA will hold its annual Welcome
Picnic. Bring your whole family or come by
yourself to meet new members and catch up
with old friends. A picnic lunch and drinks will
be provided. Please also bring your "wish list"
items for our drive to help The Children's
House at Johns Hopkins. Check the Evite for
more details.
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CRAB FEAST COMING UP!
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The kick-off event for our monthly Gourmet
Night is our annual Crab Feast. This year, it
will take place on Wednesday, July 20. Plus,
it's being sponsored this year by the Johns
Hopkins Federal Credit Union! Be sure to see
the Evite for more details.
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RENEW YOUR JHMA MEMBERSHIP
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As the 2011-2012 membership year begins,
please take a moment to renew your
JHMA membership and pay your annual
dues. Dues are $25 for spouses of medical
students, residents, and fellows, and $35 for
spouses of returning junior faculty within five
years of training. Your membership dues help
support a variety of JHMA-sponsored
activities, such as the Welcome Picnic and
Spring Party, plus our charity work and other
outreach events.
How to Renew Your Membership:
1. All new and RETURNING members
should complete the membership form online:
http://www.jhmaonline.org/Membership.html
2. Pay your dues via Paypal (link on the site
listed above) or by mailing a check—made
out to JHMA--to: Jenni Kneuertz
OUR GOAL IS TO HAVE ALL MEMBERS
RENEWED BY JULY 15! RENEW TODAY!
EVENTS & INTEREST
GROUPS
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BALTIMORE ADVENTURES is a monthly interest group that
introduces members to child-related activities as we explore the
Baltimore area. The activities and times vary to allow both stay-athome parents and parents in the work place to attend with their
families. Join us for the following fun activities:
Who We Are:
The Medical Auxiliary of
the Johns Hopkins
Hospital is a non-profit
organization of spouses of
Johns Hopkins medical
students, residents, and fellows. While our
activities and functions are social and
service-oriented, our main purpose is to
support each other, our spouses, and the
Johns Hopkins Hospital.
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EXECUTIVE BOARD 2011-2012
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௅ Saturday, July 9: Ft McHenry National Monument,
9 am to 12 pm.
Take in a little history and enjoy the harbor views. Those who
would like can also bring a picnic lunch for their family.
௅ Saturday, August 27: Masonville Cove Environmental
Education Center, 10 am to 12 pm.
Masonville Cove, an urban conservation center, holds regular
educational sessions for young children. This outing we'll be
participating in their "Science Alive for Kids Under 5: Oceans!"
event. This event will require pre-registration and detailed
information to follow in the Evite.
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Contact: Jennifer Aguila at baltoadventures@jhmaonline.org
BOOK CLUB meets on a monthly basis. Each book club event
includes discussing the book of the month, choosing a book for the
following month, and of course snacking and socializing that go
along with most JHMA events. Join us!
௅ Tuesday, July 12 at 7:30 pm: Book Club
Hosted by Brooke Sahin,
Book: Omnivores Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals,
by Michael Pollan
௅ Tuesday, August 9 at 7:30 pm: Book Club
Host and location TBD
Book: Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
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PRESIDENT – Jennifer Brezina
president@jhmaonline.org
VICE PRESIDENT ௅ Philippa Matthaei
vp@jhmaonline.org
TREASURER ௅ Jenni Kneuertz
treasurer@jhmaonline.org
SECRETARY ௅ Hilary Paskowitz
secretary@jhmaonline.org
MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR ௅
Colleen Higgins
membership@jhmaonline.org
WEBMASTER ௅ Monica Leigh
webmaster@jhmaonline.org
MURMUR EDITOR ௅ Alexis Wynne Mogul
murmur@jhmaonline.org
DO YOU HAVE A FRIEND WHO WANTS
TO JOIN JHMA? Contact Membership
Coordinator Colleen Higgins at
membership@jhmaonline.org for information.
WE WELCOME YOUR COMMENTS!
Please send any JHMA-related ideas,
comments, or suggestions to
Jennifer Brezina, president of the JHMA, at
president@jhmaonline.org.
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*Additional details to be sent via Evite! Stay tuned!
Contact: Brooke Sahin at bookclub@jhmaonline.org
Playdate Popsicles in the Park!
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BUNCO is a social dice game that involves a group of twelve
players who meet once a month to enjoy dinner, develop
friendships, and win prizes. Anyone is invited to join! Email
Heather at the address below to get added to the Evite list.
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VOLUME 13, ISSUE 1
JULY/AUGUST 2011
௅ Thursday, July 28 at 7:00 pm: Bunco Night!
Hosted by Kim Tobler
௅ Thursday, August 25 at 7:00 pm: Bunco Night!
Hosted by Kim Baewer
EDITOR
Alexis Wynne Mogul
murmur@jhmaonline.org
Contact: Heather Oakley at bunco@jhmaonline.org
OTHER CONTRIBUTORS
CHARITY COMMITTEE is dedicated to helping patients and
families of The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Come join us as we
make lovely bookmarks to include in patient comfort bags for
those recovering from surgery at the Johns Hopkins Breast
Center. No experience needed!-
Jennifer Brezina
President’s Message
Lisa Varghese-Kroll
Dessert First
௅ Wednesday, July 6 at 7:00 pm: Charity Committee
Hosted by Colleen Higgins
Philippa Matthaei,
Jennifer Brezina
Photos
-௅ Monday, August 1 at 7:00 pm: Charity Committee
Hosted by Monica Leigh
Alexis Wynne Mogul
Summer in Baltimore
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The Murmur is the official newsletter
of the Johns Hopkins Medical Auxiliary.
It is published six times per year.
Contact: Heather Oakley or Colleen Higgins at
charity@jhmaonline.org
WWW.JHMAONLINE.ORG
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DINNER OUTREACH arranges for
members to provide meals to other
members who are experiencing a life
changing event, such as a new baby or
sudden illness. This is a wonderful way to
support each other during a time of need.
Don't be shy!
Please email
Amanda at the
address below
if you could use
help with meals.
Contact:
Amanda Follmar at
outreach@jhmaonline.org
*Pictured above is an actual Dinner Outreach
meal! Be sure to volunteer if you can when you
see Amanda's email requests via Food Tidings,
and help your fellow JHMA members!*
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GOURMET CLUB provides an opportunity for members to
socialize while enjoying a variety of food themes. Events are
typically pot luck and are hosted each month by a different
member, usually at the host's home. It’s a fun way to meet
new people, relax, and enjoy delicious food!
௅ Wednesday, July 20 at 7:00 pm: Crab Feast
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௅ August: Date and host TBD. Be on the lookout for an Evite
with more details.
LADIES' NIGHT OUT is a monthly outing
organized by different JHMA members.
Each month we’ll do something fun like wine
tasting, bowling, skating, dining...It's a great
way to make friends and explore Baltimore!
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Please join us for the following fun events!
௅ Wednesday, July 27 from 6:00 to 9:00
pm: Nail Spa Night
௅ August (date, time, and event TBD)
Organized by Kim Tobler
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Contact: Erin Felling at gourmetnight@jhmaonline.org
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NEW PARENTS’ PLAYGROUP is a playgroup for children
under age one and their parents. Each week we meet at a
member's house or outdoor park. It's a great way for those
new babies to interact -- plus we have an active listserv,
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too! Older siblings are also welcome to join in the fun.
Contact: Frances Akbari at
ladiesnight@jhmaonline.org
Contact: Philippa Matthaei at
newparents@jhmaonline.org
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Ladies’ Night at the Melting Pot, June 2011.
New Parents' Playgroup Meets at a Local Park.
THE JHMA MAKES DINNER FOR THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE
Join the JHMA as we give back to the Hopkins community and make dinner for families in need!
The Children's House at Johns Hopkins provides a family-centered residence for children receiving medical
care at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. Their purpose is to keep families together in the midst of
medical crisis, to reduce stress, and promote self-help and mutual support.
Details:
Tuesday, July 5 at 5:00 PM
The Children's House at Johns Hopkins
1915 McElderry Street, Baltimore
See Evite for additional information. Additional volunteer dates to come!
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LOCAVORES is a group interested in local foods. We
support each other in our collective goal of eating more
foods that are grown or produced locally. We share tips and
provide inspiration to each other in finding fresh, locallygrown food and reducing our negative impact on the
environment. Some of us are old pros at living locally
and sustainably, and some of us are checking it out to see if
it fits into our lifestyle. We hope to inform, educate, and
inspire each other as we nibble, graze, and devour our way
through all that Maryland has to offer.
SOCIAL COMMITTEE organizes large
events, including the Welcome Picnic,
Halloween Party, and Spring Party. Join
us for our upcoming Welcome Picnic!
Contact Sharen at the email below if you'd like to join the
JHMA Locavores listserv.
Contact: Annie Chaisson or Orlee
Glazer at socials@jhmaonline.org
௅ Welcome Picnic, Saturday July 23,
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Contact: Sharen Becker at locavores@jhmaonline.org
PLAYGROUP gives parents and children an opportunity to
socialize and play at members’ homes, parks, or other kidfriendly venues. Members with families will find wonderful
support in meeting other JHMA families. Children of all ages
are welcome!
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Playgroup is currently held every Friday from about
9:30-11:30 a.m. Locations are TBD and are announced
weekly via the Playgroup's email list. Anyone who would
like to meet up at their home or local park, or who would like
to be added to the email list, is welcome to join!
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Contact:
Joelle Mayo or Jennifer Aguila at
playgroups@jhmaonline.org
TODDLER CO-OP is a drop-off preschool program for children ages 1-4 that
meets once a week. Children enjoy
playing with friends while mom or dad
enjoys two hours of free time. Parents
participate in a rotating schedule. A
modest fee typically covers the space
rental and supplies.
௅ Summer Toddler Co-op
Summer Toddler Co-op returns to
Central Presbyterian Church in Towson
starting this June! The church is
graciously allowing the JHMA to use its
classroom space and adjoining
playground free of charge. Fall toddler
co-op will return to the Fire Museum of
Maryland in Lutherville. Please contact
Rose if you're interested in joining!
Contact: Rose Schueneman at
toddlercoop@jhmaonline.org
Meet your 2011-2012 JHMA Executive Board.
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THE CARRY ON SHOP
1830 E Monument St
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 955-­8719
WE CAN HELP WITH ALL YOUR SHOPPING NEEDS
The Carry On Shop, located on the Johns Hopkins Hospital Campus at
1830 E Monument St, is the oldest hospital affiliated re-sale thrift store in
the US. We offer an ever changing inventory of “gently used”
merchandise available to both hospital staff and surrounding residents.
Choose from clothing for the whole family as well as jewelry, shoes and handbags.
You will also find antiques and estate items, furniture and home accessories,
kitchen items (dishes, glassware), electronics, and books.
Hanover Uniforms and Dansko shoes are available for Hopkins employees.
The Carry on Shop is a charitable venture of The Women's Board of the
Johns Hopkins Hospital. All proceeds benefit patient care at The Johns Hopkins
Hospital and programs of Johns Hopkins Medicine.
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JHMA Spring Party!
The JHMA's annual Spring Party held on June 5th was a big success! We had a great turnout at
Double Rock Park in Parkville -- thanks to all of our volunteers and party planners!
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Summer 2011 in Baltimore
It’s HOT, but there’s lots to do this summer in Baltimore! Here is a selection of family-­‐
friendly events held in and around the city this July and August. *Artscape (http://www.artscape.org/), July 15-­‐17 in Bolton Hill. America's largest free arts festival, attracting 350,000+ attendees over three days. Artscape features 150+ fine artists, fashion designers and craftspeople; visual art exhibits on and off-­‐site. *BMA Sculpture Garden (http://www.artbma.org/). Explore acres of flourishing gardens, home to 34 contemporary and modern sculptures. Tour the awe-­‐inspiring art works with Director Doreen Bolger on a FREE cell phone tour. *Cylburn Arboretum (http://www.cylburnassociation.org/). The arboretum boasts a new visitors center, shady trails, gardens and wildflowers. There are several great picnic spots, as well, including some romantic, secluded gazebos. *Fort McHenry (http://www.nps.gov/fomc/index.htm) Oh say, can you see the place where Francis Scott Key witnessed the battle that inspired him to write The Star-­‐Spangled Banner" In addition to all that history at Fort McHenry, there are also good spots for picnicking and great, breezy views of the water. *Maryland State Fair (http://www.marylandstatefair.com/), August 26 to Sept 5, at the Timonium Fairgrounds. You can milk a cow, see the world’s largest pig, eat a deep-­‐
fried Oreo, ride the Ferris wheel, and more. *Bengie’s Drive-­‐In (http://www.bengies.com/). One of the last drive-­‐in movie theatres in the U.S. Bengie’s Drive-­‐In Theatre features the BIGGEST movie theatre screen in the U.S. *Roller Derby. The Charm City Roller Girls (http://www.charmcityrollergirls.com/) have bouts scheduled throughout the summer. Fun for all ages! *Walters Art Museum (http://thewalters.org/). Admission is free, and they have Saturday drop-­‐in art activities for the kids. You’ll always discover something new! THE MURMUR ~ July/August 2011
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Get Out…and Get in on the Fun!
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DINNER OUTREACH
CHARITY COMMITTEE
BALTIMORE ADVENTURES
BOOK CLUB
JUNIOR FACULTY AUXILIARY NETWORK
GOURMET NIGHT
WELCOME PICNIC
LADIES NIGHT
BUNCO NIGHT!
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CHARITY COMMITTEE
BOOK CLUB
BUNCO NIGHT!
BALTIMORE ADVENTURES
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