fiftyplus advocate
FREE | Published monthly
Vol. 50 | No. 5 | May 2023
New Arlo Guthrie exhibit a highlight at Boch Center Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame page
4
Sherborn writer and expressive arts therapist transforms lives
‘Aim for
Astonishing’
By Deborah Burke Henderson Contributing Writer SHERBORN – “Transformative” describes the work and influence of Kelly DuMar, a poet, author, playwright, and generative writing workshop leader who passionately stirs the creative spirit within. Born and raised here, DuMar is inspired by and deeply connected to place, home, habitat, and family. Nearby Farm Pond and the Charles River are sanctuaries for meditation, refreshment, and inspiration. Deeply empathic from a young age, she always wished to be a writer and a psychologist who could understand and care for other people’s psyches. “Nature, home, and the spirit have always been intertwined for me,” DuMar stated. “In all my work, I help others tap into their source and make meaning of their lives.” Seven years ago, DuMar founded the Farm Pond Writers Collaborative (now the Charles River Writers Collaborative) DuMar | 10
DuMar’s poems, prose, and photographs have been published in many literary magazines.
A caring community for elders INDEPENDENT LIVING • REST HOME • RESPITE CARE A Legacy of Providing Exceptional Care for SeniorsTracey Since 1874 A Legacy of Providing Exceptional Senior Care Since 1874 • For information contact King at (508)868-0967 • www.goddardhomestead.org For More Information Contact Tracey King at 508-868-0967 www.goddardhomestead.org