Lauck leaving Woodlands

I've known about Karen Lauck's retirement for a long time but have kept my silence. Karen gave the POA more than four months to interview her replacement and for her to train the new person. Unfortunately, The POA is not traveling that path. Karen is leaving the first of September.

When Karen leaves her position managing the Ponce de Leon Center, the loss will be devastating to Villagers interested in music and the arts. She has been the manager since the facility opened. I will miss her greatly.

Karen has graciously agreed to assist the Concerts Association for the next three years continuing to book its programs. The Concerts Association will take advantage of her offer to train someone to select shows each season.

Too bad the POA is letting all her knowledge and experience walk out the door and will probably replace her with someone with little or no knowledge of the product produced by the Woodlands.

Since the cat is out of the bag I am breaking my silence.

There will be a retirement party for Karen Lauck on September 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Coronado Center. Meet and Ggreet 5 to 6 p.m., program starting at 6 p.m. There will be nibbles and a cash bar. Tickets $12.50 each.