I love coming to work each day! Mechanics’ Institute members continually impress me with their broad interests, lively pursuits and their influence for good.
When I came to work here, little did I know that I’d rub shoulders with T.J. Stiles, a member who just won the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for History, or with artists, writers, world travelers, start-up gurus, and a member of the knitting group known as String Theory! We also have many military veterans, and I honor them as I hear their stories.
I have had many conversations with one member who worked for Southern Pacific and has rail tales that make me yearn for the days before Amtrak. When I mentioned to another member that I had encouraged our staff to have their own “go bags” in case of a disaster, he recommended a great multi-tool, headlamp, other essential gear as well as demonstrated for me some essential knots.
I know that each Mechanics’ Institute member has a story to tell and I’m delighted to learn from all of them each day. In my next post, I’ll share about our amazing staff and how they keep the Mechanics’ humming.
