If you are a summer person, then I am sure you are really happy about the soaring temperatures we have been having.  I am following the suggestions for older people to stay in a cool place and drink plenty of fluids. 

 

After being inside all day, it certainly gets to me in the evening to get out.  Here is a suggestion for those of you who are facing the same dilemma.  This past week my son, Mike picked up on an event he started last year.  On Wednesday evening he had a neighborhood get together.  He sent out invitations to all the neighbors in his complex.  He hired a musician who furnished music for two hours.  The invitation stated for everyone to bring a chair and whatever beverage they wanted to enjoy. 

 

Last year when it got cool, he had a fire in his fire pit, but we did not need one this week.  Approximately 35 people gathered and some of the ladies, as they will do, prepared snacks for everyone to enjoy.  It was so nice to catch up with those friends we had not seen all winter and it was especially nice to listen and sing along with the musician.  I cannot wait for the get together next month.

 

Sometimes we think that times have changed, and we are too busy to even have a friendly conversation with our neighbors.  And yes, we are busy, but we should never be too busy to do a little neighboring.

 

There are 12 apartments in my building, and I only know four of the residents, shame on me. Why not try to get together and plan a neighborhood party and meet your neighbors?

 

My little friend, Janna Crowley just moved into that neighborhood.  Janna and I bonded when I lived in Old Farme in Bridgeport, and I consider her my other daughter.  She invited me to come early and enjoy a dinner she prepared, which was delicious.  After I got acquainted with her new puppy, Abby, we walked over to Mike’s and enjoyed the neighborhood

 

I attended the second presentation from Scott Gregory, Milton Hershey School Admission Counselor.  He provided a delicious dinner for those present and presented a great movie on the school.  His purpose is to introduce the school to families in our area with hopes of getting a few new students.  It is almost unbelievable that this facility exists and is completely free to the students.  If you think you might be a potential family that would be interested, you can get more information by calling Scott at 717-520-2104.

 

Nationally we have a lot to think about with Supreme Court’s ruling on Roe/v/ Wade and the Gun Control Bill being signed.  I certainly know how I feel about both of these, but I will wait a while before discussing my opinion.

 

Well, it is back. 

 

The progressive Women's Association will be presenting their popular program Women of Distinction this afternoon.  After a recess for many months due to the pandemic the program will be presented today at noon at the Uptown Event Center. 

 

This popular program, initiated several years ago, was to call attention to women who make a difference in our community by their volunteer service.  The Keynote Speaker will be Marlee Faree, who will speak on the importance of volunteering and the difference it makes in our community.

 

The ten women to be honored are Angie Knight, Cheryl Mehaulic, Mickey Petitto, Rita Robinson, Becky Sands, Kathy Titus, Annette Wright, Paula Flint, Carrie Hill, and Rosie Kane.

 

The luncheon is open to the public and reservations can be made by calling 304-624-6881.

 

Stay cool, stay healthy and until next week “Now You Have Heard It Through The Grapevine.”