Weather Holds for Annual Spring Fair

After the week-long prediction of rain for the Brinkerhoff Spring Fair, the clouds parted and the sun shone down on another successful event on the Brinkerhoff grounds. Below are some of the scenes caught in my camera viewfinder. From interesting collections to dazzling jewelry, from painted bottles to lighted yard ornaments, a diversity of color and beauty caught my eye. Join me as we walk the rows of vendors.

Where was my booth, you might ask. I believed the predictions of rain and gloom and chose not to subject my prints to the elements.  As you can see from the bright blue skies above, I was wrong. On a positive note, this gave me the opportunity to see your work and show it to the viewers of this Blog.

Inside this magnificent home, volunteers gave tours to fair goers. Above John Bucari points out a piece of furniture in the back parlor.

No matter how often I go into the house to take pictures, I always find something a little different than the time before. Either the decorations or the lighting bring a slightly different view. Below are a few of the shots I captured Saturday.

The two pictures above show my favorite room, the Library. 

Above the dining room - A Room of doors!

click here to see a layout of the home's first floor rooms along with additional home pictures. You will be taken to the Brinkerhoff website.

The Brinkerhoff Home is available for rent if you are looking for a more elegant location for a party, wedding or reception. Go to www.Brinkerhoffhome.com for more information. Click on Rental Space.

Upcoming Events

There will be a clean-up day May 1st at 11:00 at the Brinkerhoff Home. Members are encouraged to participate. If you are not a member but would like to volunteer, this might be a good time to show your interest in the workings of the Brinkerhoff Foundation.  If you would like to become more involved in this worthwhile endeavor, come join us. Susie Weiss will be bringing food for volunteers. 

Don't forget the Spring Fair May 7th. See the posting below for more information on this annual event.

Save June 26th for the next Bunco Party. More details later.

A picnic is in the planning for the summer.

September 10 - Fall Fair
October 16 - Victorian Tea
November 12 - Chilli/soup/Dessert Dinner
December 3 - Christmas Champagne Party

Spring Fair

 Don't forget the annual Brinkerhoff Home Spring Fair will be Saturday May 7th from 9AM - 3PM. Mark it on your calendars as a great place to pick up that last minute Mother's day gift or a gift for Dad on Father's Day from one of the many vendors. The walks in front of the home and college are lined with all types of crafts and artwork.

The home will be open for free tours to the public. If you have never seen the inside, don't miss this opportunity. The Brinkerhoff Foundation will have Tee-shirts, aprons, tote bags, cookbooks, tree ornaments, napkins and note cards available for sale.

You might find anything from "Cubs" solar lights to a hand made doily. I will have Brinkerhoff Home pictures along with nature shots from mountains to sea shores. Capitol shots are a favorite for Father's day while sea oats and white sand at sunset make just the gift for that seaside bathroom. Fill your sweet tooth with home baked goodies from the "Country Kitchen Baked Goods" and get a bargain at the silent auction. It is all there at the 2011 Brinkerhoff Spring Fair. Long time vendors  like the Voss Concession wagon will be there for your lunchtime hunger needs. Rain or shine, the vendors will be there! Make sure you are too!

Long time Brinkerhoff supporter has made her last visit to the Brinkerhoff Home

Ellen Moore was a charter member of the Brinkerhoff board. She spent many hours serving in various capacities at the home. In my capacity as Brinkerhoff photographer, I could always count on seeing her smiling face at nearly every event. While she might not be in any future pictures of Brinkerhoff events, I would be surprised if her presence were not still felt in the Brinkerhoff Home. We will all miss her.

Ellen H. Moore
SPRINGFIELD - Ellen H. Moore, 92, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 27, 2011, at her home. She was born August 23, 1918, in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of B. Clark and Florence (Miller) Humphrey. She later married Charles L. Moore on July 3, 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri. Her husband and parents preceded her in death.
She was employed as an office administrator for Dr. Jacob E. Reisch and Phi Chi Medical Fraternity for over fifty years and retired in 1987. She was a charter member of the Brinkerhoff Foundation and served as an officer on the Board of Directors for many years. She was also a member of Questers International Chapter 369 Dust Collectors, Old State Capitol Foundation, Red Hats and an Honorary member of Phi Chi Medical Fraternity.
She was an exceptionally creative woman who loved to quilt, embroidery and crochet beautiful gifts for her family and friends. She loved her dog, Maggie, antiques, playing dominos and cards with her Fab 5 group, watching golf and Cardinals baseball.
Ellen is survived by two daughters, Penny Greek of Springfield and Patricia Moore of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, four grandchildren, Vince (Bo) Zummo (Michelle), Richard Hicks (Crystal) Julie Riches (Matt) and Dustin Hicks (Rachelle), and three great grandchildren, Visitation will be Thursday, March 31, 2011, at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Bisch Funeral Home West in Springfield. Funeral services will follow at 12:30 pm at Bisch Funeral Home West with Reverend John Miller officiating. Family will receive friends following services at the Brinkerhoff Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Brinkerhoff Home Foundation, 1500 N. 5th St. Springfield, Illinois 62702 or to the Animal Protective League.
Please visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at http://www.bischfuneralhomewest.com// where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.

If you count the stars in Heaven, you will find a new one shining ever so brightly!

Don't forget the St. Pat's Dinner Sunday

Brinkerhoff St. Pat's Dinner Sunday, March 13th 3 - 6 PM. Suzie from Suzie Q's is cooking. Need I say more??

Mary Todd Lincoln

On February 10, 2008, Jane Lawder brought Mary Todd Lincoln to the Brinkerhoff home. Until now, this video was beyond the scope of this Blog. The file is about 1.5 GB.

It is both informative and entertaining. Still pictures are available on the Brinkerhoff website. Go to brinkerhoffhome.org and click on picture gallery. The albums are listed on the right. Go down to "more" and click for the second grouping and look for the Mary Todd Lincoln album. Click on that and then click on the slideshow. (or just click on the "slideshow" link at left)

To start the video below, click on the forward arrow in the lower left corner of the player. Enjoy the show.


Jane Lawder as Mary Todd Lincoln from Dulany Sriner on Vimeo.
Presented by DSDigitals - Copyright Dulany F Sriner - All rights reserved

Cancellation Notice!

The  Bunco Party scheduled for February 13th  has been cancelled but will be rescheduled for later in the year.

Brinkerhoff Christmas

Notice: To Play the slide show, click on the play arrow at the lower left of the picture viewer.

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.

Click here for past pictures

 

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!!!!!

LPNA Home Tour huge success!

Sunday's Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association Home Tour was a success as far as I was concerned. I don't know how many folks participated but there were crowds at each home we visited. I took several hundred pictures and many of them can be viewed on my Shutterbug website at: http://dsdigitals.shutterbugstorefront.com/g/brinkerhoff__lpna_christmas . You will need to log in with your e-mail address and then you can look at all the pictures of the tour and the Brinkerhoff Christmas party photographed Saturday night. If you look carefully, you can even see a picture of a ghost in one of the staircase pictures. I will post more about that later. I have set up the gallery so you can right click on a photograph and copy the picture to your computer to share with others. There is also a download option that will provide you with a non-watermarked photo. The cost for that is only $.99.

One of the delights of the tour was a little girl named Cloe. She wanted to be a photographer when she grew up. Her sister, Emma was equally enchanting. She gave us a tour of the upstairs. We even saw the "off limits" play room and an in depth tour of the bathroom. *chuckle* The home was located at 1434 N. Sixth St.

Best cookies were provided at 1501 N. Fourth St. We were tempted to go back for a second "look" make that taste. Best Memorabilia was provided at the Bed and Breakfast at 1317 N. Third St. It could definitely make for an interesting stay. I liked the Captain's quarters. My favorite office was at Clark's Computing at 401 E. Keys. The best presentation would be the 1331 N. Third house. I considered both inside and out for this award.

It goes without saying that The Brinkerhoff won the Best of Show but then I am a bit biased as their official photographer. Every time I go through there, I see something different to picture. It is a great place for parties or an intimate wedding. It exudes class!

You will find a link to the LPNA on the our web page.

Lincoln Park Historic Home Tours

This Sunday, the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association will present it's annual Historic Home Tours from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. The Brinkerhoff Home is only one of the six homes to be on display. I have seen the home on several Christmas Tours and if this is anything like the other's it will be spectacular! You can see pictures of the Christmas decorations at: http://www.brinkerhoffhome.org/ and go to Picture Gallery then click on the Christmas '06 album.

The Brinkerhoff home is sponsored by Noonan's True Value Hardware. Your support of this family owned business is unappreciated.

I took a preliminary tour of the other homes the other day. I was only able to see them from the outside but I am assured that the true beauty is on the inside. I plan to take the tour on Sunday and will take pictures to share on the blog after the tour. I highly recommend your participation in this neighborhood event.

Other homes on the tour:

401 E. Keys

1317 N. 3rd St.

1331 N. 3rd St.

1434 N. 6th St.

1501 N 4th St.

If you see a guy with a couple camera strapped on and sporting a full grey beard, that will probably be me. See you on Saturday

December is just around the corner

CHAMPAGNE PARTY

The annual Champagne Party is scheduled for Saturday, December 5th from 4-7 p.m. The cost for the party is $10 per person. Make your reservations by mailing your check to Jane Vetter, 213 S. Walnut, Buffalo, IL 62515 by November 30th. Many of your old friends will be there, it will be a great way to start the holiday season. It is another chance to see why we are members of the Brinkerhoff Foundation – good times, good friends and to preserve our past. If you would like to bring an hors d’oeuvre, please call Jane at 364-4826.

LINCOLN PARK HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

The Brinkerhoff Home as well as four other homes in the Lincoln Park neighborhood will be on the holiday tour on December 6th from 12-5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $10 at www.lpnaspringfield.org or at Noonan’s Hardware (8th & N. Grand). Tickets purchased at the door will be $12.

COOKBOOKS

The Brinkerhoff Cookbook will make the ideal gift for the holidays. At $10, wouldn’t it be the perfect stocking stuffer? You can pick up a few of the cookbooks at two upcoming holiday functions - the annual Champagne Party or the Lincoln Park Holiday Home Tour. If you are unable to attend either function, you can obtain a cookbook or two by calling Penny Greek at 546-8890 or email pgreek1@insightbb.com. Thanks for supporting our cause.

RENTALS

If interested in renting the Home for an event – wedding, reception, shower – please contact Nancy Nolan at 528-5087.

NEW MEMBERS

Welcome to new members, Jan Steinhour and Judith Marcy.

BUNCO PARTY

Many thanks to everyone who helped in making our first annual bunco party such a success. The turnout was great and a good time was had by all!

2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

May 1 – Spring Fair

September 11 – Fall Fair

October 3 – Victorian Tea

November 7 – Bunco Party

December 4 – Champagne Party

DONATIONS

The Home is in need of a hall tree and matching sets of silverware. If anyone is interested in donating such items, please call Nancy Nolan at 528-5087.

VICTORIAN TEA

Many thanks to everyone who helped make the Victorian Tea a great success.

Anyone for tea?

The Brinkerhoff home was filled with tea cups and goodies while the sound of harp music filled the air the first Sunday of this month. Unfortunately, my return from SIU Carbondale was delayed and I arrived just in time to see the clean-up.

Susan Canny did share some of her pictures.

John Bucari, Foundation President can be seen here welcoming guests in the library. If you wanted something a bit more festive than tea, it was available here.



Empty cups and dishes surrounded by smiling faces indicates to me that a good time was had by all.

Even with the tables cleared, some old friends find it hard to leave such a warm comfortable setting. They linger just a bit longer to take it all in.

Who makes all this possible? The great group of volunteers; some pictured above!

After the guests are all gone and the tables all cleared and put away, the work continues.

2010 Calendar Released

The Brinkerhoff Home Foundation Board of Directors has announced the dates for upcoming 2010 events. Mark your calendars and watch this website for updates and additional information as it becomes available.

Spring Craft Fair – May 1st from 9 – 3
Fall Craft Fair - September 11th 9 – 3
Victorian Tea – Oct. 3rd 3 – 5
Christmas Champagne Party – Dec. 4th 5 – 7

Bunco Party

FIRST ANNUAL BRINKERHOFF HOME

BUNCO PARTY

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1^ST

1500 NORTH FIFTH STREET, SPRINGFIELD

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $8.00

Snacks, dessert and beverages will be served.

Hold this date and come out and enjoy the fun!

Please call Micki Paine at 546-1387 between

Oct. 8^th and Oct. 23^rd to make a reservation.

Proceeds of this fundraiser go to repairing the

front steps of the Brinkerhoff Home.