William Penn Life, 2008 (43. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2008-07-01 / 7. szám
Branch News Branch 14 Cleveland, OH by Dawn D. Ward Anyone interested in taking the Branch 14 sponsored bus trip to the 8th annual WPA Picnic-A Great Fraternal Fest should contact Violet Sarosi at 440-248-9012. The bus will depart from the parking lot of the Hungarian Reformed Church in Walton Hills early Saturday morning, Sept. 13, and return that evening. The cost is $30 per person which includes the price of admission. This is a great deal considering the price of gas. It's a perfect way to wind up the summer by enjoying the beautiful scenery, delicious Hungarian food, and wonderful music. Congratulations to all Branch 14 high school and college graduates. Please contact the Ward Agency at 440-838-1200 with information regarding your future plans and accomplishments. The WPA scholarship program is one of the best fraternal benefits offered, and all students who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Branch 14 is extremely generous with their donations to the scholarship fund. The most recent contribution of $15,000 is a testament to their commitment regarding this wonderful program. Branch 14 welcomes the following new members: Haley Tajgiszer, Ryan Tajgiszer, John Judkins, and Catherine Palcza. All members are encouraged to recommend a friend or family member, and you will be rewarded with Recommender Bucks! Call the Ward Agency at 440-838- 1200 with the name of any potential new member. The next Branch 14 meeting will be WPA Branch 18 Overnight Trip to the WPA Picnic A Great Fraternal Fest September 12-13, 2008 PACKAGE INCLUDES: — Admission to the WPA Picnic-A Great Fraternal Fest —- Roundtrip deluxe motorcoach transportation with DVD/VCR -- A visit to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pa. --- One night hotel accommodations - - A full buffet breakfast Saturday morning. - __ yX.ll taxes_ Only $79.00for WPA members Non-member rate = $ 179.00 Prices listed are per person based on double occupancy NAME: DATE OF BIRTH: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE: ROOMING WITH: Make checks payable to “William Penn Association” Send this form & full payment to: 24541 Manchester Dr., Brownstown, Ml 48134 For more information call Barbara House at (734) 782-4667 Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Bethlen Hall of the First Hungarian Reformed Church, 14530 Alexander Road, Walton Hills, Ohio. Branch 18 Lincoln Park, MI by Barbara A. House Happy Independence Day! Remember to thank a vet for all our many freedoms. Remember the Hungarian American Cultural Center is open for authentic Hungarian dining on Fridays and Sundays. Their annual pig roast is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20. Holy Cross Hungarian Catholic Church is planning a St. Stephen's Day Mass and brunch on Aug. 24. Special congratulations to the Rev. Barnabas Kiss who celebrates 30 years as a priest. Thanks for all you do. Toledo, Ohio, is celebrating St. Stephen's Day on Sunday, Aug. 17. This event is being sponsored by the Birmingham Ethnic Festival committee. This is a festival not to be missed. Again, I ask you to please support these events. Without your support, they will cease to exist. Great talking to Mike Szopo in Las Vegas. He and his wife Helen are celebrating 62 years of marriage. We wish you many more. Special thanks to Deac Sabo and Aladar Nemes for remembering the WPA and me for their financial needs. You are two very special people. Get well wishes to Bill Sorke, Rocky Borsa, Betty Vargo, Helen Molnár, Mike Adorján, Doug Truesdell and Ilona Szabó. Hope you are all doing much better by now. Speaking of Ilona Szabó, she asked me to extend thanks to all who remembered her during her fight for good health. The prayers and cards are working. Thanks to Judy Chakey for her invaluable help. Gabby House would also like to thank all those who thought of her 14 William Penn Life, July 2008