Former Peace Corps volunteer Jeff Kaley will be at the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursday (tonight), Sept. 2, to share photographs and memories of his travels to Nepal
Slide show and talk with Jeff Kaley
Jeff Kaley will be at the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursday (tonight), Sept. 2, at 7 p.m., to share photographs and memories of his travels to Nepal and other impoverished Asian countries. Many of Kaley’s images feature local residents and breathtaking scenery from his visits.
Photos courtesy of Jeff Kaley
BLUE HILL — Local merchant and former Peace Corps volunteer Jeff Kaley will be at the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursday (tonight), Sept. 2, to share photographs and memories of his travels to Nepal and other impoverished Asian countries.
Kaley’s presentation is scheduled to begin promptly at 7 p.m. and is open to the public.
His relationship with Asia spans nearly four decades. He first traveled to Nepal in 1967 as an agriculturist with the Peace Corps, helping villagers plant wheat, apple trees and other crops. He spent four years in Asia and built many lasting friendships.
“The people are spectacular. They are big-hearted, generous and appreciative. They helped me as much as I helped them and I am devoted to these people,” Kaley said. “I feel somewhat of a responsibility to tell their story.”
Kaley tells their story through photographs and anecdotes recounting his experiences in Asia. His hope is to raise awareness about the villagers and to generate donations that will enable them to improve their lives. “Part of why I do this is to educate people about what’s going on outside of their world,” Kaley said.
He returns to Asia each year to continue his humanitarian efforts, including helping villagers improve their diet, get an education and develop viable cottage industries. Kaley also supports the villagers by selling crafts made by tribal groups and artisans in his Blue Hill shop and gallery, Asian World Imports.
