Happy New Year everyone. Here’s hoping 2023 is happy, healthy and full of fun. And a lot less snowy . . . please.
The annual Christmas luncheon was held on December 16th and was even more delicious, if that’s possible. Emily and her wonderful volunteer crew put together a sumptuous buffet with lots of options. Thanks to our set up crew, decorators, MC Richard Ward, Dina Enright who played her lovely keyboard, which she has donated to the Centre, and to Leigh Gabriel for his reading. It was a full house and all who came out had a lovely time. I look forward to next year’s luncheon and those amazing mint meringues.
At the luncheon, the Paying it Forward “Button Program” raised $480 between donations and payments for Emily’s food in take away containers. This is a wonderful initiative and if you are able to help at any time by giving a few dollars towards someone else’s meal, feel free to contribute at the lunch counter or front desk. With the cost of living being so high, you’re not alone if things get a bit tight and you can’t always afford a lunch at your Centre. The program is designed for members who need a bit of extra support. We hope it will be widely used by and supported by members.
In addition to lots of great activities and meals at the Centre, the special events and dances to date have been a great success. The December Ceilidh concert by Kilbirnie Station was filled with a happy toe tapping audience. Again, thanks to the Special Events committee and volunteers for making this all work so well. The New Year’s Eve party will be a great success I’m sure and watch for future dances/special events in the New Year.
Great news! The Bingo gaming license has been granted and Bingo will begin Tuesday January 17th from 2pm to 5pm. You must be a member to attend and will purchase bingo cards, etc. in accordance with the very strict BC Gaming License requirements, but it will be fun and there will be prizes! What a great way to bring more fun and funding to the Centre. Thank you to Richard Ward and his team of volunteers for organizing this and making it work.
As a result of weekly Tuesday time slot, the monthly Friendship Tea will be moving to Thursdays once a month.
There is so much talent on the Coast, and especially at the SSAC. If you have suggestions, there will be Gratitude Boards set up shortly, and we welcome your thoughts and ideas. If you might be interested in joining the Board at some point, the AGM will be held in March and nomination forms will likely be available later in January. Who do you know who would be an asset to the Board? Maybe you?
Thank you to all our members for supporting the Centre and our Community.
