Museum Director’s Notes
By Debbie Benson, Director
“No rain, no flowers.” – Haruki Murakami
There is a certain repetition in the concept that, as I write of April, the desert wind is my companion. More often than not during these months it is a fact. We were fortunate to have had a few chances for the spitting cold of March to bring a few rains and a bit of snow touched the feet of Robber’s Roost. It certainly won’t bring the intense greening of 2024, but there will be a greening and flowers will bloom. We will all watch for the small flags of color as each plant continues its cycle. There is no doubt that there will be a change but we will watch and admire as it happens. We hope that you can come by the Museum for the Wildflower Exhibit on March 28, 29 & 30 for some of the events planned.
At our Annual Meeting we offered our heartfelt thanks to Renee Lesniak for her time on the Board, her abilities with being the Secretary, transcribing minutes and a video and hope she will continue as one of our History volunteers who work with Elaine. We welcomed our new Board member, Alisha Mondragon, and appreciate that she is willing to give her time to us as well as her family and business.
Elaine Wiley gave an interesting presentation on the history of the Wildflower Exhibit with all of its names and many of the faces. It was fun to see the transition throughout the years.
After the Meeting we held a ribbon cutting for our Solar Power Array with Bea and Lloyd Smith. When we were done Lloyd flipped the switch! We are still doing some paperwork but it is ready to make a difference. We were also able to share the new Alternative Energy Display with the Membership who came to the event. It was a good day with good food and friendly people! Thank you all!
Our Annual Report can be found on the Newsletter page on our website.