The Forgotten Artist:  Evylena Nunn Miller’s Story
 

Much of the evidence of women's struggle for recognition in the arts has disappeared and so have those who have taken part in them.  Now in the 21st century with women as 50% of the professional artists, we cannot afford to neglect the achievements of this segment of the population.

Leslie Compton will introduce you to one of those women, her great-aunt Evylena Nunn Miller, through her new book, The Forgotten Artist.

Evylena Nunn Miller was born on July 4, 1888, in Mayfield, Kansas relocating to Santa Ana, California with her family in 1903.  Maturing as an accomplished painter, she became a leader among her contemporaries, eager to help artists by establishing scholarships, creating new venues for exhibitions, lecturing, teaching, and lending impetus to women’s organizations so they would be recognized among the male dominated artistic community. Evylena, among her many achievements, became the youngest artist to have a painting accepted by the Smithsonian Institution. 

Evylena’s landscapes were her view of the world. Her life force was her faith and her paintings were acts of faith as you will see through the many photographs of her art in The Forgotten Artist.

We are looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting on October 29th!

 

  

That would be the new "Big Ideas" Discussion Series hosted by our very own AAUW Ashland Branch, along with the Jackson County Library Services. These are free public programs, on 1st Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, in the Gresham Room, Ashland Public Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd.

Further information will be forthcoming as we get nearer the dates, but during the six "Big Ideas" programs between December 6, 2022 and May 2, 2023, you can look forward to discussions on Oregon Gun Laws, Adult Homelessness, Public Broadcasting in Our Region, Youth Mental Health & Suicide Prevention, Ag Labor Issues in the Rogue Valley, and Getting Free Money First scholarships for students.

In Our Thoughts
 

Karen Hueston passed away on September 3^rd while residing at Weatherly Court in Medford.  She joined AAUW in 2007-2008 after moving to Ashland from Flagstaff, Arizona with her partner Anne Ainsworth, who passed away last year.

For several years, Karen and Anne kept branch materials and items sold at Dollars for Scholars events in a shed on their property.  Karen served as our hospitality chair one year, and was always willing to help wherever needed.  She was active with several interest groups — nonfiction day books, genealogy, and a friendship group, which remained very close after the first year together.

 

Membership News


 

It’s not too late for those who have not renewed to still do so.  Being able to meet in person is like a breath of fresh air.  Help us continue with our mission and renew today.

Do you have new neighbors, making new friends?  Invite them to join with you as we begin our very positive new year.

There will be four referenda on this November's ballot.  Here they are for your perusal as well as pros and cons to aide your choice in voting. We all know that AAUW members excel at making our voices heard at the ballot box. AAUW supports Measure 111, but does not take a position on the other three.

Measure 111: The Right to Healthcare Amendment is on the ballot in Oregon as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment. A "yes" vote supports amending the state constitution to require that the state "ensure that every resident of Oregon has access to cost-effective, clinically appropriate and affordable health care as a fundamental right."  A "no" vote opposes this amendment.

Measure 112: The Remove Slavery as Punishment for Crime from Constitution Amendment is on the ballot in Oregon as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment. A "yes" vote supports repealing language from the state constitution that allows the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as criminal punishments and adding language that authorizes an Oregon court or a probation or parole agency to order alternatives to incarceration for a convicted individual as part of their sentencing.  A "no" vote opposes this amendment.

Measure 113: The Exclusion from Re-election for Legislative Absenteeism Initiative is on the ballot in Oregon as an initiated constitutional amendment. A "yes" vote supports disqualifying legislators from re-election following the end of their term if they are absent from 10 legislative floor sessions without permission or excuse. A "no" vote opposes this measure.

Measure 114: The Changes to Firearm Ownership and Purchase Requirements Initiative is on the ballot in Oregon as an initiated state statute. A "yes" vote supports this ballot initiative to require permits issued by local law enforcement to buy a firearm, require photo ID, fingerprints, safety training, criminal background check, and fee payment to apply for a permit; and criminalize the manufacture, importation, possession, use, purchase, sale, or transfer of ammunition magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds. A "no" vote opposes this ballot initiative.

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