PRESS PHOTO BY PAUL WILLISTEIN

A crowd of well-wishers greet Dr. Rudy S. Ackerman, seated at table, and his wife Rose Ackerman, standing, left, March 25 at The Baum School of Art for the book release and signing of "Living the Dream," his memoir about his life and career as Executive Director (1965 -2005), along with that of his wife, Director of Development (1974 -2011) at The Baum School, and his Chairing the art department of Moravian College. Rudy Ackerman also signed copies of his book March 28 at the school. Information on purchasing copies of the book: 610-433-0032