Tom will be playing some of the traditional Christmas songs along with selections from the American Songbook, plus Broadway show tunes and some smooth jazz. This is a program you won’t want to miss as part of your holiday season.

Sue Eades                                        Chairperson of the Day

Sandy Greenwald                             Hospitality

The luncheon will take place in the Tea Room, followed by the performance in the Auditorium. Any new members will be recognized.

Menu: Rosemary roasted pork loin, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots and parsnips.

Gingerbread with lemon sauce.

Fried clams, grilled hot dogs and 28 flavors of ice cream! Who can forget a meal at Howard Johnson’s as we traveled across the country? There are many things to tell about the legendary restaurateur who was the first to introduce franchising to the industry.

Marcallene Shockey                                  Chairperson of the Day

Jane Hlad                                                 Hospitality

Board Meeting, 11 am

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

Menu: Traditional pot roast with potatoes and carrots. Lemon lovely.

It’s the 100-year Anniversary of this famous candy business which is still going strong and headquartered in Esther’s hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Did you know that in the 1920s, she made fudge at night to earn extra money for her family and then sold it door to door? Today, many of the company’s products are still handmade and feature Esther’s original recipes. A 13-minute video will be shown.

Casey Wagner                                           Chairperson of the Day

Rosalyn Fuller                                          Hospitality

Board Meeting, 11 AM

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

Menu: Artichoke chicken with rice pilaf and haricot vert (green beans).

Chocolate raspberry cake.

Steve Ball is a musician from Columbus, OH who specializes in the music of the American Civil War as well as the life of Stephen Foster. His wife Lisa is also a musician who will lend her vocal talents as well as her upright bass to this performance. Don’t miss this unique occasion to hear the music influenced, composed or performed by the women of this era. www.steveballcivilwarmusic.com

Nancy Cavanaugh                                     Chairperson of the Day

Irene Diesel                                              Hospitality

This Spring Luncheon will be held in the Tea Room at noon followed by the performance in the Auditorium.

Menu: Fried chicken strip salad with craisins, toasted pecans, sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, honey mustard dressing.

Blueberry pie.

Our honorary and 50-year members will be recognized at this program.