William Penn Life, 2016 (51. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2016-06-01 / 6. szám
WPA Annual Bowling Tournament Tournament serves up fun und fraternalism WASHINGTON, PA — What a fantastic way to begin a new season of WPA fraternal events! Our bowling tournament—held April 29 and 30 at the Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Washington, Pa.-was truly a lot of fun. Adults and children alike were smiling, laughing and cheering for hours as they bowled with old friends and made many new friends. One could sense the spirit of fraternalism filling the bowling lanes. We said it last year, and we'll say it again: it's more of a family reunion than a competition; a chance to enjoy good food, good company and good times. The continental breakfast was set up and ready as bowlers entered the lanes. After getting fueled up for the day's activities, the assembled members and guests honored our nation by singing our National Anthem as the color guard from the American Legion Post 175 from Washington, Pa., presented our flag and the Hungarian flag. After the bowlers practiced for a few minutes on the recently refurbished lanes, the official first balls of the tournament were thrown. Enjoying this honor were the tournament's oldest and youngest adult participants, Irene A. Kovács of Branch 89 Homestead, Pa., and Cassie Heitman of Branch 249 Dayton, Ohio, respectively. Meanwhile, over in the lanes' special party room, the children were busy having fun on their own. They bowled to their hearts' content, then enjoyed free pizza and sodas. Each child also received a special certificate as thanks for participating. When everyone was finished bowling, the party moved to the neighboring DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel for the annual post-tournament banquet. Guests feasted on a buffet featuring barbecued ribs, stuffed chicken breast, herb crusted tilapia, shrimp, steamed veggies, twice-baked potatoes, puff pastries, a variety of cheeses and an array of delicious desserts. After dinner, prizes were presented to the teams and individuals who bowled the highest scores. In keeping with the light-hearted spirit of the weekend, a special prize was awarded to Alexis Kozak of Branch 8 Johnstown, Pa., who bowled the lowest adult score: a toy bowling set to help her practice for next year. The weekend would not have been the success it was were it not for the efforts of many dedicated members and friends of WPA. In particular, we thank:- The Board of Directors and the National Officers;- Fraternal Director Barbara A. House;- The Home Office staff;- Our Lane Sponsors (see list at right);- The Rev. John P. McKinsey Jr. for offering the invocation at the banquet;- And the staff and management of The Meadows and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. As always, the biggest winner of the weekend was the William Penn Fraternal Association Scholarship Foundation. Between our Lane Sponsors, the 50/50 raffle, and donations from bowlers and guests, we raised $4,899 to help our young members pursuing a higher eduation. All in all, it was a wonderful event. We look forward to welcoming everyone to next year's tournament. □ 12 0 June 2016 ° William Penn Life
