Submitted by Ann McLeod
The Monashee 50+ Club held its first general meeting of the year on Thursday, January 9th, when the new executive was sworn in. This year’s Executive consists of President, Nancy House; Vice President, Julie Pilon; Secretary, Cindy Laviolette; Treasurer, Beth Mackie; Directors Norma Bouzek, Lauren Cox, Ron Kirschner, Margie Luszcz, Connie Paulson. The Past President is Cindy Derry.
The next general meeting will be held on Thursday, February 13th at 10:30 am. The guest speaker will be Jenny Pinsonneault, Seniors Services Coordinator from Whitevalley Community Resource Centre.
Our next OAP Luncheon will be held on Thursday, January 16th. The meal cost is $10 and will be served at noon. The menu consists of meatloaf, baked Mac & Cheese, a bun, and mixed vegetables, with a Cinnamon Bun cake and ice cream for dessert. Please contact Connie at 250-306-9841 the day before to order take-out.
Remember the Saturday Market on January 18th from 9:00 to 1:00. Be sure to drop by and check it out. Also, check out Square Dancing on January 18th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Come and watch or participate and learn some basic moves. The number of people interested will determine whether to continue.
Congratulations to Alica and Mac. Their daughter, Nora, was born on December 31, 2024, as Lumby’s last baby of the year.
Our thanks to the volunteers who helped take down the Christmas decorations and put them away. Just a note – memberships are due by the end of the month. Also, if you know a senior who is under the weather, please contact our Sunshine Girl, Jacquie, at 250-547-8913.
