Published: April 29, 2008 09:33 pm            

Club News -- 04/30/08

Corsicana Art League

Corsicana Art League will celebrate “Art in the Pocket Park” from 3 to 7 p.m. May 2. Pocket Park is located at 120 N. Beaton St. in downtown Corsicana. Art in the Pocket Park will showcase fine art from local artists in the area. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the art local artists are creating today. A variety of unique artwork in a range of prices will be for sale, including original oils, watercolors, mixed media and stained glass.

This will be fun for kids and adults, too. Art in the Pocket Park will provide an opportunity for children (and adults) to be inspired by the art around them, and to create their own works of art. Children will be able to “make Mother a card” using multi-media to create their own Mother’s Day greeting card.

Bring the whole family and enjoy some art before going to dinner. Art activities and admission will be free.



James Blair Chapter, DAR

James Blair Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met April 9 at Kinsloe House. The national anthem was sung, accompanied at the piano by Mary Love Sanders. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and the American’s Creed, chaplain Sandra Curtis led in prayer.

Corinne Lee reminded members that the National Defender magazine described the origin of the Pledge of Allegiance which was published in 1892 by Frances Bellamy. At the 400th anniversary of the arrival of Columbus in America, 12 million students said the pledge together.

After the minutes were read by secretary Carolyn French and approved, treasurer Ellen Adair presented the current financial status report which was filed. Members approved the revised bylaws which were proposed by Corinne Lee, Mary Love Sanders, Christine Williams and Ellen Adair. Chapter members also voted to participate in the “Stitching for Scholarships” project by submitting an embroidery quilt square of an early pioneer woman as the James Blair Chapter contribution.

After Mallie Hendryx collected the Indian donations, regent Donna Ingham reported on the 109th TSDAR State Conference held March 13-16 at Hilton Dallas Lincoln Centre. She distributed numerous awards received by the chapter members at the conference. Cindy White reminded the members that she and Merle Slagle are preparing to complete the Relay for Life.

Ingham, with research assistance from treasurer Ellen Adair, conducted a special recognition program for the 59 members who had long-standing membership of more than 25 years. The picture of these members indicates their names and their number of years in DAR.

As a tribute for Josephine McNutt’s celebration of 50 years as a member, her family and Collin Street Bakery provided a beautiful cake showing the American’s Creed and listing all of the names of members with over 25 years. All members were delighted with the program and the cake. Ava Nell Stewart asked for a moment of silence in remembrance of the late Mary Ann Stroube who served as a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution at local and state level for 65 years. Beautiful flower arrangements for the meeting were provided by Barbara Mertz. Donna Ingham and Theresa Orn were hostesses for the social hour.

Sandra Curtis announced that the May meeting will be the “White Breakfast” at 11 a.m. May 13 at Kinsloe House. Reservations should be made to DAR treasurer Ellen Adair by May 9 at the cost of $12 per person.

Curtis recognized her committee chairman for the May breakfast. She thanked all who will provide for decorations and other contributions of all members for this special event.

Ingham stated that a Texas State DAR officer will install the officers for 2008-2010. She confirmed that the speaker will be state organizing secretary Kay Alston of Thornton.





Dawson Lions Club

At noon March 26, the Dawson Lions Club met in the fellowship hall at First United Methodist Church in Dawson. The meeting was called to order, and the Lions said the Pledge of Allegiance and sang “God Bless America” led by Norman Summers and accompanied at the piano by Lena Mae Carver.

After lunch, a good program on common weather myths and the activities of the Red Cross in the area was given by Jeannie McCarty, a member of the National Preparedness and Response Corps (AmeriCorps) assigned to the Red Cross. The topic was “Disaster Preparedness” and ways to be better prepared for emergencies.

At noon April 23, the Lions met to hear Cecil Sanders give information about Dawson Area Youth Sports Association (DAYSA). The club voted to donate $500 to that cause which supports Dawson youth. The club also voted to donate $350 to the Lions Camp for disabled children and youth based in Kerrville.

Plans for the Lions fund-raiser were finalized.

The event was held at 5:30 p.m. April 26 at Dawson High School cafeteria. The meal was chicken spaghetti, salad, Italian bread, dessert and tea. Norman Summers started off the auction and Pastor Michael Redmond of FUMC of Dawson finished the auctioneering.

The Dawson Lions thank all those who made donations to the fund-raiser. The Lions motto is “We Serve,” and the funds raised will go to community and other worthy causes.

Thanks go to Lions Club members and friends of the Lions who brought items for the evening and a big thank you goes to friends and Lions who purchased the items.

Ruby Faucett led the kitchen crew made up of Violet Bumpers, Lena Mae Carver and Gelene Simpson. Many items for the auction were gathered by Jo Maxwell, Jim Meredith and Bill Ryan. Lion president Patty McCormick helped set up the items and assisted the auctioneers. Special help in the kitchen was provided by Shelba Crabb.

A new member has been taken into the Dawson Lions Club. He is DeRoy Hignight, sponsored by Ray Woods. Norman Summers conducted the induction. Hignight received his certificate of membership at the fund-raiser on April 26.



Dawson Divas

Dawson Divas, Red Hat Society, met at 6:30 p.m. April 21 at Dawson Education Center. It was a welcome to spring fling. The hostesses were Peggy Dixson, Daisy Beggs, Anna Woodbury and others. They provided many delicious salads with a variety of dressings, crackers, chips and desserts. Tea and cold drinks were provided.

Queen Diva Robbye Nesmith conducted the meeting. Prayer for blessing of the meal was offered by Betty Mitcham.

Door prizes were distributed and players gathered to have a game or two of Bunco. A good time was had by all.

The next meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. May 19 for a meal at LaPradera Restaurant in Corsicana. Members are urged to attend and bring a good appetite.



Kerens Garden Club

Kerens Garden Club will have a plant exchange from 10 a.m. to noon May 10 at the Garden Park, located next to Kerens Public Library. The public is welcome to come bring a plant or something to exchange or just come for fun. For more information, call Gayle Steed at (903) 396-7126 or Barbara Arnett at (903) 874-0739.



Woman’s Club House Association

On May 7, members will celebrate the 70th birthday of Kinsloe House, home of the Woman’s Club House Association of Navarro County, which was officially opened May 10, 1938.

The original house was the home of the late Mrs. H.E. Kinsloe, a pioneer resident of Corsicana, and was presented to the local club house association as a permanent home by the devoted granddaughter, Mrs. Edward W. Kelly of Houston, for the use of Navarro club women with 17 clubs joining in the charter membership. Mrs. W. Kirke Steele was the first president serving from 1938 to 1942, Mrs. Don (Eddie) Pevehouse is the current and outgoing president. She and the entire board of directors will host this celebration luncheon May 7 and members are urged to make reservations and join in this celebration. Call (903) 874-5791 by noon May 5 for your luncheon reservation.

        

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