BACKGROUND

Arthur Cola was born in Chicago in the “Little Italy” neighborhood of the near west side. His family moved to Oak Park, Illinois, where he attended Oak Park-River Forest High School. While attending Loyola University, Chicago, he met his future wife, Donna Shields. Together, they have five adult children and seven grandchildren. He, his wife and family now live in Wisconsin. He has been an educator for 35 years. During that time, he served as a teacher of history and as a school principal. He received his master’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and did his postgraduate work at the University of St. Mary of the Lake and Loyola University, Rome. His research for his novels has brought him to Italy, Ireland, England and Wales and throughout the United States. He has written ten novels in the genre of fantasy, supernatural thrillers and historical fiction, as well as his De Cenza Murder Mysteries series. For more info, visit arthurcolatales.com/

D&R Greenway Land Trust, an accredited nonprofit, has saved over 22,000+ acres of New Jersey land since its founding in 1989.  Preserving land for life and creating public trails grants everyone the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. The land trust’s preserved farms and community gardens provide local organic food for our neighbors—including those most in need. D&R Greenway’s strategic land conservation and stewardship combat climate change, protect wildlife, and ensures clean drinking water for future generations. D&R Greenway’s mission is connecting land with people from all walks of life.

Our outdoor trails and labyrinth are open. Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages and www.drgreenway.org to learn about the organization’s latest news and virtual programs. D&R Greenway Land Trust, One Preservation Place, Princeton NJ 08540.  The best way to reach D&R Greenway staff is by sending an e-mail to info@drgreenway.org or by calling D&R Greenway at 609-578-7470.