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September 2005

BROOKFIELD SENIOR CITIZENS
Seniors bid adieu to President Marge
By Bertha Nolan

Tuesday, July 19 at 1:30 p.m., President Marge welcomed all and called our meeting to order. Following the Prayer and Pledge, roll call revealed 44 members present. Sandra Ayer from Brookfield Meadows Park was our guest today. Because we had no meeting the first Tuesday in July, Attendance Secretary Bea announced the birthdays and anniversaries for the month of July. Our songs for today were “Good Old Summertime” and “Let the Rest of the World Go By.” The Secretary, Treasurer, Sunshine and Entertainment reports were made. Ticket Lady Gerry had our B.B.Q. tickets for sale. That event will be on Sunday, Aug. 28 at the Rod and Gun Club. 20-club chair Al made a full report on the last 20 weeks. A new one is starting today. Travel Lady Betty made her report, and a mystery ride will be on Saturday, Sept. 22, in private cars.

The money raffle was held, and the Victory certificate was won by President Marge. She gave it to the Club for supplies. Secretary Marguerite will take care of this.

Today was our annual Sadie Hawkins/Pizza Party. The men of the club take care of this, serving us ladies also. We enjoyed cheese, hamburger, pepperoni and veggie pizzas from P & S in West Brookfield, and coffee and pastries for dessert. It was great! Thanks, guys.
Bingo followed to complete the day.

On Tuesday, August 2, before our meeting, EMTs Donna and Peter were present to take blood pressures. Thanks so much.

Today was our Annual Penny Sale. Al and Elizabeth Casucci chaired this event. Several members helped including Lee Barry, Millie Miner, and Al Servant. Items were brought in by members, and set up went smoothly.

At 1:30, President Marge welcomed all and our meeting began. Prayer and Pledge were followed by songs “How Great Thou Art” and “Shade of the Old Apple Tree.” Roll call revealed 46 members present and a new member, Sandra Ayer. Welcome, Sandra. A guest, Terry Elliot, was with us, and we hope she will join the club.

Secretary, Treasurer, and Sunshine reports were run. Betty made her Travel report, and Gerry, once again, had the B.B.Q. tickets for sale. Entertainment Lady Lee announced the Penny Sale would take place following refreshments.

The Money Raffle and 20-club drawings were held. A 50/50 was won by Eileen Lemay.

President Marge announced her mobile home had been sold, and she will be moving to Washington State to live with her daughter. This was her last meeting with us. I knew her home was for sale, but the news of her leaving was a jolt, just the same. We have been friends and worked closely for the good of our club. She is such a wonderful person, and I shall miss her. Our club 1st Vice President, Roland O’Coin, will lead us until the end of the year. We hope he can continue as President for the New Year. We have a great membership. We all work well together; that’s what it’s all about!
Following refreshments, the Penny Sale went into full swing. Everyone was happy with their winnings, and several door prizes were given.

It was a fun day. Thanks to Al and Elizabeth and their committee.

‘Till next time.

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