Brinkerhoff Christmas

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2011 Dates to remember

The Board has decided on the following dates for 2011. Mark your new calendars for an event filled 2011.

February 13 – Bunco Party 1:30-3:30
March 13 – St Patrick’s Dinner 3-6
May 7 – Spring Fair 9-3
September 10 – Fall Fair 9-3
October 16 – Victorian Tea 3-5
November 12 – Chili/Soup/Dessert Dinner 3-6
December 3 – Champagne Party 4-7

Don't forget:
Champagne party
Saturday, December 4th from 4 - 7 P.M.
Cost is $10 per person
e-mail info@brinkerhoffhome.com

May this Holiday season bring you Joy and Peace.

Events

Bunco Party
Sunday, November 7th from 1:30 - 3:30
$8 per person - Snacks, desert and beverages will be served
Call Barbara Olson at 529-5171 by November 1st for reservations
e-mail info@brinkerhoffhome.com

Champagne party
Saturday, December 4th from 4 - 7 P.M.
Cost is $10 per person
e-mail info@brinkerhoffhome.com

Victorian Tea

You are cordially invited to an afternoon Victorian tea.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Three o’clock to Five o’clock

Brinkerhoff Home



2009 Tea



Come and indulge yourself in an elegant Victorian Tea, hosted at the beautiful Brinkerhoff Home. The Home is especially decorated for this event. This distinctive experience offers you a great opportunity to be with your friends and share a return to a time of elegance and gracious interaction. Brinkerhoff Home’s Victorian Tea has become one of our most popular events and reservations are required. The cost is $15/person. To reserve a place for you and your friends please respond to Info@BrinkerhoffHome.com or call us at 528-7585. Please respond no later than October 12 and send your check to Jan Steinhour, 3012 Louise Lane, Springfield, IL 62702. Your check will be your confirmed reservation.

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Rain-free Spring Fair

The Brinkerhoff Spring Fair got off to a good start with beautiful weather and got better as the day went by. It wasn't until the very end that sprinkles entered the picture but most us us were packed up without problems.

Before the walks filled with shoppers, the air was filled with the smell of freshly popped kettle corn. It is always delicious and this year was no exception. The 40% price hike was hard to swallow but the sweet maple flavored corn was not. According to the owner, the increase was due to higher costs to him.

My booth was just across the sidewalk so I had my share of the kettle corn. I had lots of interest in my pictures but I think folks are still holding onto their money a little more tightly than in the past. Hopefully, the fall will bring more improvement in the economy and expanded sales for us all.
The educational toys next door seemed to have a steady business .


There was a steady stream of people throughout the entire fair.


As I wondered around the fair, Johnie Knoles caught my eye. His pencil drawings of Einstein are superb. He is so interesting, it is sometimes hard to break away and get back to business. He has other artwork but the intricate pencil drawings were most inspiring to me. He can be contacted at (217) 206-5933 for more information about his artwork. I think he will also be participating at the "Artists on MacArthur" event this summer. Look him up and tell him you saw his work on this website.











In the theater, it is common knowledge that every actor will be upstaged by an animal on the stage. We all love to see cute or beautiful pets. I will end this blog with this shot. How could he not steal your heart?




















































Until I post again, Have a great summer and see you at the next Brinkerhoff event.
Dulany Sriner, webmaster
www.brinkerhoffhome.com
www.DSDigitals.com

Spring Fair just days away

The 2010 Spring Fair will be May 1st. That is this Saturday. Don't let the weather discourage your participation. For up-to-date information, you can call Mary Jo Rappe at 217/525.1420, ext. 222

See you all there.

SPRING FAIR MAY 1

The annual Brinkerhoff Spring Fair will be held on May 1st on the grounds of the Home. Many vendors of merchandise will be available.

Tickets for the 50/50 drawing to be held at the Spring Fair are $1 each or six for $5. The drawing is at 2 p.m. and attendance is not required.

Country Kitchen Baked Goods

Country Kitchen will need lots of baked goods for the Fair. Suggestions are pies, cakes, breads, cookies, pizelles or brownies. We would appreciate it if you would package and label the goods in zip lock bags. Cakes, pies and breads should be labeled and covered in saran or clear wrap. Baked items can be dropped off on Friday, April 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. If baked items cannot be delivered on Friday, we need them no later than 8 a.m. on Saturday. If you are unable to bake an item and wish to donate to the Home, please send your check made payable to the Brinkerhoff Home and send to Micki Paine, 3996 Mill Stone Drive, Springfield, Ill 62711.

Better Buys

If anyone has items for better buys, please contact Jan Steinhour at 415-5885 or Nancy Nolan at 528-5087 for pickup.

Free Home Tours

The Home will be open to the public during the Fair. If you would like to be a tour guide, contact John Bucari . info@brinkerhoffhome.com

On the Auction Block

The Silent Auction, featuring antiques and collectibles, will be taking bids until 2 p.m. If you have any antiques, collectibles, china or crystal to donate, call Penny Greek at 546-8890.

Concession

Come get a Vose corn dog and lemon shakeup!
Memorabilia

Polo shirts with the Home insignia will be available for $16 at the Fair. Cookbooks will be available for $10. Aprons, tote bags, Christmas ornaments, napkins and note cards will also be available for purchase.


Membership Dues

Just a reminder - if you haven’t sent in your membership dues, please send to the Home at 1500 N. 5th Street, Springfield, Ill 62702. If you have moved or changed your phone number, please contact Nancy Nolan at 528-5087.


New Members

Welcome to new members - Tami Skaggs-Braidwood, Kara DuBois, Susan and John Gallagher and Mary Denham.


Bunco Party

The bunco party was a success and the next one is planned for November 7th. Watch the newsletter for details.


St. Patty’s Day Party

A special thanks to Suzie Weiss for the delicious corned beef and cabbage dinner. Further updates will be provided for next year’s party.


Ellen Moore

Ellen has returned home from the hospital and is doing well. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

SEE YOU MAY 1ST AT THE SPRING FAIR!!!!!