Wednesday, March 31, 2010

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!!!!!

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