* Page A6-The Chronicle, Thursday, December 8, ! people ? Close-up Children Learn By AUDREY L. WILLIAMS Staff Writer 44If kids don't have a basic knowledge of computers in the future, they're going to be lost,*' says Richard Glover, director of the Patterson Avenue YMCA. And, in preparation for the future, the Patterson Y began offering an enrichment program in computers early in November for children 8-15. One day of the week is also set aside for children of kindergarten and preschool age. The program, which instructs children on the basic concepts of computer literacy and operations, is being taught by three Winston-Salem State University computer science majors, and they have their hands full. Seventy-seven children from the Oak Street, Broad Bay, Cleveland Avenue and Piedmont neighborhoods have already taken advantage of this cost-free opportunity to introduce and heighten themselves to the world of computers. "Since we are going into a high-tech age," says Glover, "these kids might otherwise not get the chance to learn about computers." Glover says approximately $52,000 is allocated to the Patterson Y_ each year as part_of ihe city of WinstonSalem's Incentive Program, which also includes a day camp during the summer months. He says because of a concerted effort by Patterson Y board members, the addition of the computer program, which was also funded by the Triad Vietnam Vets and surpjus money from the state, will allow many black youths in Winston-Salem the opportunity to discover or develop otherwise latent talents. "One thing we do not do," says Glover, "is play games on the computers. It's all about learninc." ? Moses Lucas is the coordinator of the enrichment program, which also includes ballet, drama, arts and crafts. As the watchdog of the computer program and its progression, Lucas agrees with Glover about the program's main objective. "That's right," he says. "It's all basic knowledge and introduction to computers. Absolutely no games, none." Governments' conference room. The Student Chapter of the AwocUtkm'forComrtlltino Mar-hinarti O.I |TWH4?? IMWlHHI v. j ai nui*iv?ra?aa oi?ic university I will present its annual awards banquet at 5:30 p.m. fh I the Red Room. Dr. Dor Martin, chairperson of computer science at North Carolina State University, will be the guest speaker. * . v ' The United Carrlbean Ais * . m Wwm . > ' " . " * Male and female models 30 and over are needed , for a Ebony A Ivory sponsored, benefit fashion show. To register come by the Sawtooth Center at 10 a.m. f , The Foster Parents Association will sponsor a J Christmas party for foster children and parents from noon until at Reynolds Cafeteria at 741 Highland Avenue. Santa Claus will arrive in a fire truck, with gifts for ail children. For more information call 748-&631, 761-8002 or 725-6974. '$*/ | MONDAY. DECEMBER 12 i> ' i~' > T'rt y * The East Winston Noon Optimist Club.it sponsor- '? | Mini, i im . ?f,,7 , , Ini. TH? Chronicle welcomes Community Calendar notices. Announcements should be concise akd y . add^aU^X^b^An/ r 1983 Social Notes, Servirc Computer Langu; Letters about the computer classes were sent to parents of children who frequent the neighborhood community centers and all were selected on a first come, first serve basis. The computer classes are offered at the Patterson Y Monday through Thursday from 5:30-6:45 p.m. and, suprisingly, Lucas says, "the classes are 72 percent girls and most of them are doing better than the boys." Glover says he also wants to emphasize that the computer classes are not the center of the enrichment program and that the classes in the arts are just as important. "We here at the Y are just trying to find programs for youth development," he says. "We just want to make an attempt to implement programs that they (participants) can learn from and enjoy." Glover attributes much of the success of the computer classes to Claude Phillips, Robert Leath and Dennis Wilson, the three WSSU students who are lending their afternoons to change roles and become teachers. "The reason we have three teaching the class," says Glover, "is that there may be students who might not pick up as fast as others and more time can be spent giving individualized attention." Behind the large steel doOT on the second floor of the Patterson Y are the four computers used in the classes. ' With the money allocated for the classes, the Patterson Y was able to purchase a Commodore computer, with the other three on loan from IBM, says Glover. The computer classes will run through the first week in May 1984, but Glover and Lucas are uncertain about the future of the computer program, which is the first of its kind e*e? offered by the YMCA. The only computer purchased by the Patterson Y may be left to sit alone next year if funds are not provided to continue the classes. 44Since it started,'* says Lucas, 441 see it really benefiting the kids and I'm pleased with their progress. These kids are taking advantage of a good thing and they're doing well." Women Attend National Confab , Dr. Manderline Scales solutions. The conerns are: and Savannah Johnson children having children, represented the Winston- constructive activities to Salem section of the Na- enable young black children tional Council of Negro to become productive Women Inc. at the 41st Na- members of society; traintional Convention held in ihg women for nonNew York City. The con- traditional jobs, the vention theme was 44Black restoration of the black Women -- Unity, Commit- family, how to develop ment, Self-Reliance." economic opportunity and . .. . . , organizational fund raising _ Dorothy He.ght national fw self.sufflciency. president, presided with Dr. Betty Shabazz serving as During the convention, a convention chairperson. tribute was given to Eleanor Convention highlights in- Roosevelt for her work with eluded a dinner tour to Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Abyssinian Baptist Church, (f?under ?f National the broadway production Council Negro Women "Mama I Want To Sing," and one of America's tours of the World Trade greatest educators). Center and The United Na- The Life Members tions building, and speeches Breakfast was hosted by from Jesse^Jac1cson, B!inor ^R.Jr Reynolds Industries Holmes Norton and the and the general breakfast Honorable William H. was hosted by the Hanes Gray. Group. The convention speakers Dr. Scales served on the focused on topics relevant Resolution Committee durto the Concerns of the Na- ing the convention. tional Council of Negro Savannah Johnson is the Women and issues that the local president of the Nadelegates should take back tional Council of Negro to their communities in Women and Scales is presiorder to implement working dent emeritus. ^nH^Ri:;:v.S K m$K J I ?? IHfl I I Sherry Dean Clinton r > News, Club News age At Patterson Winston-Salem State University computer sclencc Leath acquaint attentive youngsters with computc by James Parker). * Social Notes Council Sponsors > Every year The 4th Dosier, 3785 Carver Road. District Harden Council Th* theme **jf ; RyJfl *1 P * lj|r Mffr ! :'-9^K? :' : ::>jK9&>SSH^i^H I majors Dennis Wilson, background, and Robert, r literacy at the Patterson Avenue YMCA (photo x ^_: i < Hi ( / p < tiouaay Houses I Flower Niche Garden Club, North Carolina A&T State; > 18 members, Mrs. Edythe University with represenWilliams; Lachenalia tatives from Graham,: Garden Club, 12 members, Winston-Salem, High Point: viiss Christine Campbell; and Greensboro, ^achysandra Garden Club, The late Mrs. Madie Hall,: 16 members, Mrs. Emma Xuma of Winston-Salem. Harper; Prince's Feather was the first president and; Flower Club, 14 members, Mrs. Sallie Johnson also of . hi ugh Smith; Rake and Winston-Salem was elected;' Spader, Garden Club, nine! vice president, -v-i imiaaW members, Mrs, Katherine Each year the council hasr\ Walker; Romelia Mason a convention with com-, Garden CLub, 14 members, petitive awards given for Mrs. Theodosia Patten; work in horticulture. tW Sunflower Garden Coub, council also annually spon16 members, Mrs. Louise sors flower shows and Davis and Within The presents a spectrum of Picket Fence Garden Club, flowers raised by the 14 members, Mrs. Beatrice members. Kirby. The State Federation of Mrs. Thelma Small has Garden Clubs of North been the chairman of Carolina was organized in several flower shows and iy.33. Asa sims ana wnnam Mrs. Roberta Cook is the M. Cooper of Hampton, coordinator of all the clubs Va., organized the group at in Winston-Salem. Achievement Night Myers, Neil Fishel, Andie John D. Carroll, county exFishel and Joe Miller. tension chairman, conJunior leaders who at- gratulated those receiving tended 4-H Camp as honors for a job well done counselors were recognized and challenged them to con* by Roy Smith, president of tinue in a positive youth the Volunteer Leaders program. Association. They were Also during the meeting, Vickie Fritzler, Mellisa the new officers for the Marshall, Christy Northwest District County Neumann, Melody Myers, Council were installed. New Shannon McElroy and officers for the 1983-84 year Donna Brendle. are: Kelly Murray, presiJunior leaders assisting dent, Cloveretts; Pauline with the 4-H Summer Eye Stinson, vice president Care Program were Kimberly Park Sweet Mechelle Mitchell, Verrina Angels; Rochelle Parker, Vance, Gary L. Warren Jr., secretary-treasurer, Antoinne Rolle, Tarsha Kimberly Park Sweet Starnes, Tabitha Fields, Angels; Timmy Smith, Todd Fulton, Cheryl Gantt, reporter, Fiddler's Creek; Donald Hill, Cynthia Jill Smith, recreational Dqrvrlr Dnnln -J ' J ? i cu.iia, roum oiiusuu ttitu leaaer, naaier's Creek and Rochelle Parker. Jeremy Jennings, recreaAfter the county project tional leader, Vienna winners were announced, Clover. Triad Team Walk Begins The Greater Triad goal set for this year's walk, Chapter of the March of to be held on April 28, is Dimes held its Team Walk- $150,OCX) according to the Walk America kick-off par- Greater Triad Chapter's ty on Nov. 29 in the Mar- Executive Director, Bonnie riott Hotel at the Regional Mellette. Airport. WXII-Channel 12 is Chief executive officers again the sponsor of the of the 500 major companies walk and is providing live were invited to help set the coverage in the Triad's stage for this, the third an- three major cities as well as nual Triad TeamWalk. The Please see page A 7