Daughters of the American Revolution

The Red Cedar Chapter, NSDAR, met at The Cedars on May 1, which was also the National Day of Prayer, an annual observance inviting people of all faiths to pray for our nation. The hostesses were Sharon Brown, Sybil Pickett and Monica Lonergan.

Cathy Ehley, Director of Memory Care, Recreation and Wellness at The Cedars presented the program. The Cedars takes pride in their recreation/wellness program which they provide to seniors in the independent living, assisted living and memory care neighborhoods. These programs are provided seven days a week, with many volunteers helping along the way in providing a well rounded leisure program. Emotional, cognitive, spiritual, social, physical, creative arts, community outings and special needs are some of the leisure activities.

“We take pride in what we do; we love what we do and nothing else matters when you work from the heart,” Ehley said.

Lisa Nelson, Sales and Marketing Director, gave each member a gift bag which included recipes from Chef Jack Erwin.

The President General’s message was read by Judy Brown and the National Defense report was read by Marilyn Prenosil. Handouts included information about the Chemawa Indian School in Oregon, and women’s issues. Each member was given a copy of the Red Cedar’s By-Laws.

Two boxes of personal items for Operation Minnesota Nice were packed and prepared for mailing. Both boxes received a copy of the newspaper “To Our Soldiers – From the Folks at Home.” This newspaper included notes and letters from all over the USA, both children and adults, thanking the soldiers for fighting for our nation. The following includes portions of some of the letters:

“The church prayed for you on Sunday and it was powerful, people cried; be strong and resolute; my grandpa was in the Navy; God bless you, you are an awesome soldier; thank you for being an example of loyalty, of honor and of integrity for your children back home.”

A special memorial service, led by Chaplain Judy Brown, was held after the meeting in memory of three members who have passed recently: Gladys Burr, Oct. 6, 2013; Muriel Schwartz, Dec. 25, 2013; and Marjorie Anderson, March 3, 2014.

Judy read portions of each obituary and a white rose was placed in a silver vase after each reading. At the conclusion the Lord’s Prayer was recited by all. Blessed be the memory of these three special women who loved their family and friends, and loved their country. The roses were then presented to Monica Lonergan, who has been a member since 1983, and has served the Red Cedar as Regent, Secretary and Chaplain.

 Y’s Women

Y’s Women met May 8 at the Hormel Historic Home for a potluck supper.  Hostesses Louise Anderson and Audrey Carroll served dessert.

We viewed “The Typist,” an interesting movie about the experiences of Larry Tillemans on the Nuremberg trials.

Plans were made for the monthly meetings for the next season.

New officers are:  President Marlys Dunlop, Vice President Sharon Jensen, Secretary Sue Apold, Treasurer Anita Ulwelling, Historian Char Plantikow,

Club Book, Connie Olson.  Callers are Louise Anderson and Audrey Carroll.

Meetings will resume in September when a trip to Owatonna is planned, callers will call with information.

 Gold Age Club

On May 7, Hazel Baldner, chairperson, started the monthly meeting of the Golden Age Club by asking the members to stand and recite the flag pledge.

Dee Murphy, chaplin, read the poem, “The New Colossus.”

Sally Michels made the motion, seconded by Shirley DeYoung, to accept the secretary and treasurer’s report as read.

A May wedding anniversary will be celebrated by Dave and Elvina Solomson.

May birthdays will be celebrated by Gen Moeykens, Don Hoban, Sharon Hunter and Connie Johnson

Connie Johnson was welcomed as a new member. Lunch was furnished by Marian Holdgrafer.

Cards (500) was played at nine tables. Anyone 55 or older is welcome to join.

The Cotillion Club

To all those who loved to dance to the big band music of the 40, 50 and 60s, there is a treat in store for you. The Austin Cotillion club invites you to a free dance.

Bring your partner to the Austin County Club from 8 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3 and have a fabulous time dancing to the music of the Austin Big Band. RSVP by May 23 by calling 507-475-0641. Put on your dancing shoes and join in.

The May dance took place for another fine time dancing to the three piece combo called Reminesce, directed by Steve Krob.

A tribute was made by Marge Murack, president of the Cotillion, for a long-time member of the Cotillion, Dr. Herman Miller, who died in December.

We welcomed back Holly Dalager, a former member.

 Duplicate Bridge

Tournament results for April 30 with six tables played: First place, Steve and Lois Larson (visitors from Washington state); second place, Vandy Newman and Ron Peters; third place, Rick Stroup and Gene Domino; fourth place, Orrion Roisen and Dave Ring; fifth place, Bud Higgins and Jim Fisher.

Tournament results for May 7 with four tables played: First place, Orrion Roisen and Dave Ring; Second place, Jim Fisher and Bud Higgins; Third place, Lu Schmit and Loren Cleland; Fourth place, Eunice Michaelis and Warren Behrends.

Duplicate Bridge is played each Wednesday at noon at the Mower County Senior Center in Austin. All Bridge players are welcome. Call Dave Ring at 507-434-4189.