William Penn Life, 2018 (53. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2018-01-01 / 1. szám
Branch News Branch 51 members Amanda, Bethann and Catherine Baldyga enjoy magic tricks performed by Tony Castell and Matthew McCann during the branch's annual family Christmas party. Branch 34 member Rhiannon Healy visits with Santa (Opa) during the branch's annual family Christmas party. annual open house on Sunday, Dec. 3. The mild weather helped to increase the number of people attending the event this year. The Hungarian Room Committee served samples of delicious Hungarian pastries. I was among various Nationality Room volunteers interviewed by the local NPR affiliate several weeks prior to the open house on the day the rooms were being decorated. Í hope some local members were able to listen to that interview and possibly were encouraged to attend. Those who did attend the open house were able to wander from country to country by viewing the rooms. They could also visit the Cathedral of Learning's main hall to sample cuisine from numerous countries. The entertainment was wonderful. Many talented people took part to share their cultural dances and music. Watch upcoming issues of this publication for some information about the schedule of WPA fraternal activities for this year. Get well wishes to all those who have been ill or hospitalized, especially Joyce Nicholson, Barbara House and Arlene Csornán. Sincere sympathy is extended to all those who have recently lost a loved one. Congratulations to all those celebrating either a birthday or anniversary. Remember to support the WPFA Scholarship Foundation. Donate when you can, and attend WPA fraternal events, which generate funds for the Scholarship Foundation. Remember, it's an investment in everyone's future. Any inquiries about branch activities or WPA products can be directed to Kathy at 330-746-7704 or Alan at 330-482-9994. Branch 34 Pittsburgh, PA by Marguerite McNelis We hope all WPA members had a blessed Christmas and a happy, healthy and safe New Year. Please take a moment and pray for all our service men and women, especially those in harm's way. Our annual family Christmas party with Branch 352 was held on Nov. 19 at the Sports Haven Bowl in Bridgeville, Pa. The weather cooperated, and we had a great turn out. A special thank you to everyone who attended and helped with this special event. We couldn't do it without you. Everyone who came enjoyed the bowling, food, prizes and most of all, Santa's arrival! Thank you, Santa, for coming early in the season to celebrate with our young (and older) members. Branch 34 and Branch 352 thank the Board of Directors and the Home Office staff for always helping to make the holiday season enjoyable for our young members. We would like to extend happy birthday wishes to all branch members celebrating their birthdays. We hope that you all are happy and healthy. I would like to congratulate my grandson and branch member, Donovan McNelis, on being chosen for the First Team Offensive Line of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Opa and I are very proud of you. If you have any news you would like to share, please contact Marguerite McNelis at 412-421-6031. Branch 51 Passaic, NJ by Marian Rubin Branch 51's Christmas party was held Sunday, Dec. 3, at the American-Hungarian Club in Garfield, N.J. Magic by Tony Castell entertained the crowd with a variety of special magic tricks. The children all got to enjoy learning how to make balloon animals. With the help of musician Alex McCann on the keyboard, the crowd celebrated with some Christmas carols. The height of the afternoon was a visit from Santa Claus. Santa spent time with each child, who received a gift from the branch as well as a McDonald's gift card from the Home Office. The adults enjoyed receiving their 2018 calendars. The event was followed by pizza and soft drinks. Thanks to the WPA Board of Di-WILLIAM PENN LIFE 0 January 2018 ° 17
