CMAP Chronicles
Stay up-to-date on the latest trends, tips, and topics with these short, informative, and fun-to-read articles written by CMAP staff & guest contributors.
Open Doors
Meet Lori Efaw
Brandon Urias • Dec 02, 2025
Lori Efaw: How Care, Community, and Conversation Shaped Her Path at CMAP When you meet Lori, you first notice the ease with which she moves through the Suzanne Patterson kitchen—placing trays, greeting participants, exchanging small jokes with the regulars. To most, she’s the warm smile behind the counter. But behind...
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GrandPal Laurel Lerner
Meet Laurel Lerner, a passionate music enthusiast and dog lover. As a former singer turned piano teacher with a degree in music education, Laurel’s love...
Ella Leving • Jun 21, 2024
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GrandPal Marsha Freeman
“My greatest moments in reading with my GrandPals is when we break through their initial shyness and begin to have more interesting conversations. Also, when...
Ella Leving • Jun 17, 2024
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GrandPal Kathleen Wagner
Meet Kathleen Wagner, a delightful soul with a warm smile and a sparkle in her eyes. Rain or shine, she shows up at every session...
Ella Leving • Jun 13, 2024
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The Inaugural EmpowerHer Speaker Series
The Inaugural EmpowerHer Speaker Series A Recap of Dr. Emelia Timpo’s Inspiring Presentation In May 2024, we proudly launched the EmpowerHer Speaker Series, a platform...
Ana Carolina González-Peña • May 30, 2024
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GrandPal Donna Wepplo
Donna Wepplo brings more than two decades of experience as an educator, having taught primarily in kindergarten and first grade at Community Park School in...
Ella Leving • May 28, 2024
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GrandPal Susan Mandhyan
“It’s fun to learn the kinds of stories and topics the children like and then go exploring in my own library to find more copies...
Ella Leving • May 23, 2024
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Challenges to Your Last Will and...
Challenges to Your Last Will and Testament? As our society ages and intrafamily issues become more pronounced, older individuals may face increased prospects of a...
Robert Morris • May 15, 2024
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GrandPal Achilleas Antoniades
Achilleas Antoniades — “This is not going to be a long story. It will be just enough to convey my love for these two little...
Ella Leving • May 14, 2024
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GrandPal Bob Swierczek
Bob Swierczek, a United States Navy veteran, resides in Princeton, where he selflessly dedicates his time to various volunteer roles. He serves as a crossing...
Ella Leving • May 10, 2024
