|
|
Article: Globe West People: In celebration of Nathan
- Article from:
- The Boston Globe (Boston, MA)
- Article date:
- September 13, 2009
- Author:
CopyrightCopyright 2009 The Boston Globe. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
|
IN CELEBRATION OF NATHAN: Although his life was cut short at age
15, Nathan Alden Robinson of Newton is remembered as an accomplished
musician and voracious reader. A special program tomorrow at 7 p.m.
at the Newton Free Library will pay tribute to both passions, as a
refurbished piano funded by Nathan's family and other donors will be
dedicated in his memory.
Nathan was a freshman at Newton North High School when he died in
March 2008 of rare complications from the flu.
Nathan, who most enjoyed reading fantasy books, grew up attending
children's programs at the library and served on its Teen Advisory
Board. He played the piano and clarinet, and participated in summer
music camps, his school ...