I would like to thank everyone with the Christmas decorating of the Home. Brian Eggemeyer, who did all the heavy work and gave the ladders a workout. Marcella Contri, who decorated the trees and was a valuable assistant. Diana Hetherington and her crew of Jane Bundy, Cheryl Neal, Kathy Jump and Jerry Thompson who donated the Yule log. Many hours went into all the work to make the rooms look inviting for the holidays. A big thanks also goes out to the “dismantling” crew of Jonathan Beatty and his friends, Justin Kirk and Ryan Doza who hauled all the containers, boxes, bags and trees up three flights of stairs. They also gave the ladders a good workout! Diana, Jane, Marcella and Sharon Bucari who also went out and got us lunch. The SCI staff who put up and took down the 12-foot tree and worked with connecting the lights on the staircase. To Mary Jo Rappe who has always helped us with coordination support.
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 15 Mrs. Lincoln’s Presentation
February 24 Mardi Gras Luncheon
May 2 Spring Fair
June 22 (tentative) Golf Outing
September 12 Fall Fair
October 18 Victorian Tea
November 9-13 Christmas Decorating
December 13 Christmas Champagne Party
NEW MEMBER
Welcome to new member, Nancy Jo Rogers.
MRS. LINCOLN’S PRESENTATIONJane Lawder [shown at left] will present her biographical sketch of Mary Todd Lincoln on February 15th from 2-4 p.m. Ms. Lawder’s interest in Mary Todd Lincoln evolved from volunteering at the Lincoln Home National Historical site. Jane developed her interpretation and presentation over ten years, refining her views of Mary’s tragic life. All members and the public are welcome at no charge. Light refreshments will be served. Pictures from last year's event can be found at:
http://www.gallerypg.com/WebGallery/Brinkerhoff%20Home/4/med/Mary_Todd_Lincoln-2814.htm
DONATIONS FOR SPRING FAIR
Please remember the Brinkherhoff Foundation when you start your spring cleaning. If you have items you wish to donate, contact Nancy Nolan at 528-5087 or Susan Canny at 494-1571 for pickup. For silent auction items, please contact Penny Greek at 546-8890 or email her at pgreek1@comcast.net.
RENTALS
If you are interested in renting the Home for a wedding, reception, shower, dinner party, etc., please contact Nancy Nolan at 528-5087.
BRINKERHOFF BLOG
Check out our blog page for the Home at http://springfieldbrinkerhoff.blogspot.com/.
Event pictures can be found at: http://www.gallerypg.com/WebGallery/Brinkerhoff%20Home/index.htm
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Enclosed are membership dues envelopes for 2009. Please return envelope with your renewal by April 1st.
MARDI GRAS LUNCHEON – FEBRUARY 24
The menu will include New Orleans Jambalaya, Crusty French Bread, Mardi Gras Slaw and Bread Pudding with Amaretto Sauce. Iced tea and coffee will be served.
Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and serving will begin at noon.
Name ____________________________ Phone Number _________________________
Number of Guests _________ Number of Tables __________
Please enclose check for $10 per person and mail to:
Kevin Beatty
140 Sidener Lane
Springfield, ILL 62707
Reservations must be received no later than February 20, 2009.
