Marion Correctional Institution has invited the retirees to a cookout, to be held off-site later this month.  Scheduled for Wednesday, July 22^nd from 4-7pm, it will be held at the FOP Park outside of Caledonia.  Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided.  There is no cost involved to attend, only that you bring a covered dish and your own beverages.  The dress code is casual – after all, this is a summer picnic held in a park.  If you are able to make it, just let Kathy Hamilton know at 740-382-5781, extension 2210.  

The reasons behind this cookout focus on Warden Bunting’s desire to recognize and preserve MCI’s history.  Many of you have already obtained or viewed copies of MCI’s 60^th Anniversary book and DVD produced by PNN.  It has considerable information about the creation and early years of the institution.  Equally interesting is the oral history. 

Each of us knows or has heard stories that add context to events from MCI’s past.  This cookout provides an opportunity to share and preserve our stories and observations with MCI’s current leadership.  From the numerous luncheons and informal meetings over the years, it is obvious the stories are out there.  Warden Bunting wants to preserve those moments and memories before the opportunity slips away.  Think of it this way, how many of us have said either during or after our employment,

“No one ever asked me, but if they did I’d tell them …”.

This is your chance.

We’ll see you on the 22nd!

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Secretary