On a blistering hot morning I joined friends west of the High Line to go to the Little Island, Pier 55 at Hudson River Park Hudson River Greenway. Show up before noon and you walk in. Decide stairs or ramp. Either way there are beautiful views of the Hudson. It opens at 6 am. At that time it has, of course, fewer visitors. We were there around 9 am. Not too many people, relaxed crowd taking lots of selfies. Us too! Check out the website’s photos of the plants and the unusual cup like structure. It’s made of concrete. Its color and texture resemble elephant skin. 

  At the beginning of each month, Jane Thomason posts a reminder that Judson Memorial Church will be celebrating Agape. This is Jane’s delightful July 2021 message.

July is here !! And so is our AGAPE service. Right off the bat, I want to invite President Joe Biden to join with us in sharing our Sacred Communion Service this first Sunday of the month. We will not mind his illustrious entourage. If he decides to attend, however we will ask that he bring along bits of bread, cheese, fruit or enough wine to serve his Secret Service Agents who will be protecting him. There may be a problem with his ability to join one of our group tables, he might have to have his own well protected seat. It is possible that some of our members might have a question, celebration or concern for him to address. All are welcome but Joe needs to give us a little heads up if he is coming. Jane Thomason