CNJ+ August 2023

VOICES CHORALE NJ SUMMER SING,

Timmy’s Story: A SENSORY FRIENDLY BIRTHDAY By, Pam Teel Young Author Tim Rohrer, who has overcome many obstacles in his life due to his autism, is set to release his second children’s book. The book is a sequel to his first book, Timmy’s Story: A Story About Autism and Friendship . His first book, focuses on inclusion, and is based on his own past life experiences. His second book, Timmy’s Story: A Sensory Friendly Birthday, also is a reflection of his past, and teaches one about autism through the eyes of someone who lived it. For those with autism, sensory sensitivities may make birthday parties difficult to enjoy. Tim’s second book tells a true story, with that in mind, about how his teacher and his classmates made his birthday party one that he could enjoy. Tim’s brother Daniel, who is a senior at Allentown High School, is doing his senior practicum helping behind the scenes of “Tips4Inclusion.” He did the book editing for his brother. Tim has not only become an author but a speaker, self-advocate, and educator of disabilities. He has been asked to speak at schools, conferences, and has also received a commendation from the NJ State Senate and Assemblymen. He is also a managing partner of a teen founded nonprof it organization called 5Help Foundation. To learn more about Tim and the amazing resources he created, check out his website at: https://tips4inclusion.wixsite.com/disabilityinclusion. Tim’s new book is now available to purchase on Amazon. Monday, August 21, 7:30 PM Music Together Worldwide Headquarters 225 Pennington-Hopewell Rd, Hopewell, NJ Open to the public Free! (donations welcome)

SOCIAL AND AUDITIONS!

VCNJ invites all singers to join us for an open summer sing featuring excerpts from our upcoming 2023-2024 repertoire including Saint-Saens' Christmas Oratorio and Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass. Scores will be provided, and light refreshments will be served. It’s an opportunity for singers to practice sight-reading, meet our director, Dr. David A. McConnell, and learn some fascinating history and context about the compositions. Meet other singers and consider setting up an audition to join us. Those interested in joining Voices Chorale NJ may audi tion that evening by contacting Paula Mirabile: paulamira bile@verizon.net. All voice parts are welcome to audition, but tenors and bass/baritones are especially encouraged to audition. Further information is available at https://www.voice schoralenj.org

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