Hello Winedale Alums -
When James died, many of us came forward with an immediate and beautiful
response of “What can we do, how can we help?” Our notes, meals, texts,
flowers, and acts of service have been a balm for Laurel and Jen over the
past few weeks.
To honor James and the things he most valued, Laurel partnered with the
Austin Community Foundation to establish the *James N. Loehlin Memorial
Fund <https://austincf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=9976>* (the
Loehlin Fund, for short) in James’ honor. James worked tirelessly to kindle
our identity as learners, Shakespeareans, teachers, artists, and community
advocates; the Loehlin Fund will allow Laurel to continue his profound
legacy for years to come.
*To that end, there is exciting news. Thanks to an anonymous donor, all
contributions to the Loehlin Fund will be matched, up to $100,000, until
December 31, 2023.*
You can find the link to donate directly to the James N. Loehlin Memorial
Fund here: https://austincf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=9976
Consider supporting the Loehlin Fund as we have the opportunity to continue
James’ legacy and ensuring this matching fund is fully utilized.
You can join the journey @loehlinfund
<https://www.instagram.com/loehlinfund> on Instagram for updates on
fundraising efforts and future programming. You can also view a launch
video on Vimeo <https://vimeo.com/885508850?share=copy>.
*Liz and I will be pitching in, and we hope you will too. *
Cheers,
Robert Matney
After a lengthy and bold struggle with pancreatic cancer, James has passed away. We have lost a brilliant colleague, scholar, actor, director, student, and kind friend. He loved Shakespeare, teaching, and all of his students. And he loved the barn at Winedale. This is a very sad time. Please keep Laurel in your thoughts and prayers.
Peace and love to every one of you.
Love,
Doc
Jim (Doc) Ayres
Professor Emeritus, The University of Texas
Founding Director, Shakespeare at Winedale and Camp Shakespeare
Director of Mission, Camp Shakespeare
Today is Terry Galloway’s Birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TERRY!
Love,
Doc
Jim (Doc) Ayres
Professor Emeritus, The University of Texas
Founding Director, Shakespeare at Winedale and Camp Shakespeare
Director of Mission, Camp Shakespeare
A quick update: It now looks like I won't be able to attend Saturday's
celebration of James at Winedale. Please let me know what I can do from
here to help facilitate the events and gatherings in any way.
In addition, let me add on behalf both of myself and of others who want to
attend but can't, I hope lots of people feel free to share pictures with
the Winedale mailing lists. Let me help if any of you have difficulty in
doing so. I know from experience that the pictures of you all send do so
much to bridge the gaps, when they happen, between any of us and our
Winedale extended families.
Finally, be aware that large attachments sometimes chock one or both
mailing lists. If that happens, there are workarounds, and I'll be
available if you need me to help debug anything. My contact info is
appended below.
I am so grateful to have known James, and I remain eternally grateful to
know, and to have long known, all of you.
Love,
Mike
Phone: 202.763.3307
Email: mnemonic(a)gmail.com
On Tue, Oct 31, 2023 at 12:12 PM Mike Godwin <mnemonic(a)gmail.com> wrote:
> Alice, I'm scrambling to figure out how to get down there, where to stay,
> etc. Modestly hopeful.
>
> Mike
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> On Tue, Oct 31, 2023 at 12:00 PM 'Alice Gordon' via Shakespeare at
> Winedale Email List <shakespeare-at-winedale-email-list(a)googlegroups.com>
> wrote:
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>> Thanks, Mike! See you there?
>>
>> On Oct 31, 2023, at 11:50 AM, Mike Godwin <mnemonic(a)gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>> I'm just echoing this info about the memorial events for James that are
>> scheduled at the Winedale Historical Center this weekend, in case not
>> everyone has seen it yet.
>>
>> Love to all of you!
>>
>> Mike
>>
>>
>> [image: Plan II Honors Program]
>> <https://t.e2ma.net/click/e57i2i/ykljak1b/qaw6s0>
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>>
>> Dear Plan II Community,
>>
>> A celebration of the life of Plan II alumnus and beloved professor James
>> Loehlin will take place on Saturday 4 November from 11-4 pm at theWinedale
>> Historical Center <https://t.e2ma.net/click/e57i2i/ykljak1b/62w6s0> in
>> Round Top, Texas. James led Shakespeare at Winedale for many years, a
>> program dedicated to bringing Shakespeare to life through performance for
>> students and audiences alike. I hope you can join us in honoring the memory
>> of a dear colleague and teacher at this special place, so closely
>> associated with James’s passionate engagement with theatre, teaching, and
>> collaboration in the pursuit of truth and beauty.
>>
>> Below are the event details which you can also find here
>> <https://t.e2ma.net/click/e57i2i/ykljak1b/mvx6s0>:
>>
>> *Event Details:*
>>
>> Please join the Loehlin family in celebrating James Loehlin’s life at
>> Winedale on Saturday, November 4th, from 11 AM - 4 PM, on James’ 59th
>> birthday.
>>
>> Bring a picnic lunch and beverages to enjoy on the grounds. Dress is
>> casual. There will be many ways to participate, connect, and celebrate
>> during the day.
>>
>> The Barn will be reserved as a space for contemplation and reflection.
>> Prepare a letter for James to hang in the barn. (For those who cannot
>> attend, click here <https://t.e2ma.net/click/e57i2i/ykljak1b/2ny6s0> to
>> learn about additional ways to participate from afar).
>>
>> Families with kids of all ages are encouraged to attend; there will be a
>> kid’s tent with activities.
>>
>> Parking is limited, please carpool if you can.
>>
>> *Schedule:*
>>
>> 11:00 AM: Grounds Open
>> 12:45 PM: Bell Rings
>> Please begin to gather under the pecan trees for the service.
>> 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Memorial Service
>> 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM: Group Photo & Toast
>> 2:15 PM - 4:00 PM: Open Picnic Time
>>
>> *What to Bring:*
>>
>> Be prepared! Weather can be fickle during this time of year at Winedale.
>> Rain, wind, or shine, we will be celebrating James.
>>
>> A list of things you should bring:
>> Picnic, snacks
>> Plenty of water
>> Camp chairs, picnic blankets
>> Lawn games, sport balls, etc.
>> Bugspray
>> Layers
>> Sunscreen
>> Musical Instruments
>> Love notes for James
>>
>> Need help? Email shakespeare(a)austin.utexas.edu
>>
>> Warm regards,
>>
>> Alexandra K. Wettlaufer
>> Professor of French and Comparative Literature
>> Director, Plan II Honors Program
>> Hayden W. Head Regent’s Chair
>> Stuart Stedman Director’s Chair in Plan II
>> Co-Editor, *Nineteenth-Century Contexts*
>> University of Texas at Austin
>>
>>
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