It looks like we’ve turned the corner into summer!

OK, it might not be that spectacular, but it sure beats scraping ice off windshields, or shoveling seemingly endless amounts of that flakey white stuff off the sidewalk.  At least that’s our story until something better comes along.

We’d like to thank all those who made it to our spring luncheon at Marion’s Ponderosa Restaurant.  (Yes, I almost typed Ryan’s, out of habit.)  It was easily the largest crowd we’ve had for a while.  Judging by how long everyone stayed, the group was pretty comfortable being back in a familiar location, and we like that.

We do have some updates to share regarding our gatherings, both regular and otherwise.

The first concerns a slight adjustment to MCI’s monthly free lunch for retirees.  A quick glance at the calendar reveals that the first Wednesday in July is the 4^th.  Being as it is a national holiday, it was the subject of discussion with MCI’s administrators.  We all know the institution runs a 24/7 operation, but it was decided having the lunch on the 4^th was pushing the envelope a bit far.  Instead, the July lunch at MCI will be on Wednesday, July 11^th.  As noted, this adjustment is for the month of July only.   

The second update concerns our fall gathering.  It is scheduled for noon on Tuesday, September 25, at Marion’s Ponderosa Restaurant.  The arrangements are identical to those from our April gathering.  We will again be using the back room on the left. 

The third update is a little more general.  MCI is again hosting a cookout at the FOP Park outside of Caledonia.  The arrangements will be virtually identical to previous years.  The exception to that is the date:  it is yet to be determined.  At this point the focus is on the month of September, but after the Popcorn Festival.  As soon as details are released, they will be shared here.

That’s all we know for now.  Till the next time, be sure to enjoy the wonderful weather!

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Vice President

email:  mcira43302@yahoo.com

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