The TLC Extension Homemakers Club organized at Turner Community Friday, October 19th. Extension Homemakers Clubs have a three-fold Mission: Community Service, Continuing Education, and Leadership Development. These are used to empower individuals and families to improve their quality of living.
Our Advisor, Joyce Whittington, is the Crawford County Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences, of the Arkansas Cooperative Service, a division of the University of Arkansas and US Department of Agriculture. She furnishes us with training and support, and teaches us leadership skills and subject matter on topics that interest us.
At our November meeting, we held our election of officers. Positions filled were: President-Diana Parker; Vice-President-Dawn Beaver; Secretary-Reporter-Luann Wise; Treasurer-Linda Wilkinson; Song Leader-Misty Nelson; Recreation Leader-Dianna Henson.
A cookie exchange was great fun at our December meeting. We also had a tasting where we presented Jeanette Gibbs the award for the best tasting cookie and Dianna Henson the award for the prettiest looking cookie. As a service project, Members brought personal hygiene items to be delivered to the Cass Job Corps program.
Our membership has reached seventeen as of now, but we would love more members. If anyone in the area is interested in joining us, please come to our next meeting on Monday, January 14th at 6:00 p.m. for an evening of learning, fun and friendships and bring along a hat to wear at this, our New Year’s gathering of Happy Hatters.
By Diana Parker, 997-1228
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Saturday, October 6, 2007
THANKS! THANKS! THANKS!
A big thank you to the loyal fellow who kept our yard mowed this summer. This includes: Richard Mirus, Max Donnahue, Darrell Mirus, Dale Watkins, and Kelly Deputy. Next summer I am sure these fellows could use a helping hand. Try it. I know they will like it!
Friday, August 3, 2007
Rocky Top 4-H News
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The Rocky Top 4-H Club has been busy.
Since the last news we have had several compete at the Regional O'Rama. Cody Wise competed in Bait casting, Daniel Keeton competed in Speech, and won 1st place. Miranda Creel and Jennie Bryant competed in Fashion Review, with Jennie receiving a fourth. Jerrie Bryant & Lillian Beasley competed in seed I.D. and Dalton Hall competed in Speech.
We had members compete in the State O'Rama which is a 3 day event. Daniel Keeton competed in Speech and won first place, Cody Wise competed in the Livestock Skills, Jerrie Bryant competed in the "First Job" and Jennie Bryant competed in Photography.
One of their days they did Community work, one day they competed in their competitions, and one day they had their banquet and a dance then went to the Jones Center for ice skating.
One of their days they did Community work, one day they competed in their competitions, and one day they had their banquet and a dance then went to the Jones Center for ice skating.
Our club participated in the American Cancer Society's "Relay for Life" in June.
This last weekend we had members participate in the "Stuff The Bus" program for School. Members participating were Miranda Creel, Rylli Hammond and Courtney Mills. Part of these supplies will go to the Mountainburg Schools.
Now we are gearing up for our Crawford County Fair. We will have members exhibiting livestock, crafts, foods, canning, etc. We hope to see the people of our Community coming to the fair and helping show their support.
Our son Chay is stationed in Japan in the Marines will be home for two weeks to visit with us. He will be here during our County Fair so he can catch up with the other former 4-Her's and help his brother with his animals.
We are looking for all past members of 4-H clubs. Surely there are some people who have been in 4-H in the past- I am meaning even from 30 or longer years ago up till recently. If anyone has, please call me at 997-1401 and leave a message on my phone and their name and number and I will get back with them-- Luann Wise
From the Chairman's Desk
Well folks we’ve got plenty of rain this year and as of now it is raining here in September. We have 5 new families now living in our community, since the last newsletter came out. Remember go by and welcome these neighbors to the neighborhood, set and drink a cup of coffee just say "howdy."
The fair is this month at Mulberry and Ft. Smith. The kids from our area will be showing so go down to support our kids. We are very proud of the kids in 4-H and FFA and being able to walk by and see all the ribbons they will win just does your heart good.
The annual BBQ and Homecoming will be held again on September 22, 2007 starting at 2:00 P.M. and all you can eat of BBQ and fixings will start at 4:00 P.M. So come to the community building, eattin', sittin' and visitin' is the order of the day.
Lawrence, my older brother, and yours truly will be cooking the brisket and chicken the night of 21 of September at Turner. We’ll have the coffee pot on so come and spend the night with us as we cook the night away. We will get a midnight snack and a breakfast out of this world. So come and join us for a fun time of telling stories, and renew our acquaintances with our friends. Why even the quilting ladies are welcome to come and spend the night!
The Pope cemetery is now in the computer age. See Junior Brooks and Marilyn (Holt) Marshall as they have the computer print outs and the books for the burial plots.
We have a boy scout from Ft. Smith area that is going to put in a walking path at the community building for his Eagle Scout badge.
Also we are getting some money from the quorum court thru our JP Delia Friddle, depending on the amount received is how much improvement can be made. Delia, thanks for the assistance.
All of the upcoming events, especially the BBQ and Homecoming, please make plans to attend.
We will be having an auction/pie supper for the community building on October 20, 2007 starting at 5:00 P.M. The reason for this auction/pie supper is we operate on donations only and we pay the insurance ($750 annually) and the monthly electrical and water bill. So we need some monies for this and for upkeep of the building. Come bring pies and any thing else for the auction and we will see who gets the jar of pickles for the ugliest man, so many selections and so little time. Come join the fun. One thing wives, I’m sorry, we will not auction your husband.
Hope to see ya'll at the upcoming events. I’ve been nudged, so long.
The fair is this month at Mulberry and Ft. Smith. The kids from our area will be showing so go down to support our kids. We are very proud of the kids in 4-H and FFA and being able to walk by and see all the ribbons they will win just does your heart good.
The annual BBQ and Homecoming will be held again on September 22, 2007 starting at 2:00 P.M. and all you can eat of BBQ and fixings will start at 4:00 P.M. So come to the community building, eattin', sittin' and visitin' is the order of the day.
Lawrence, my older brother, and yours truly will be cooking the brisket and chicken the night of 21 of September at Turner. We’ll have the coffee pot on so come and spend the night with us as we cook the night away. We will get a midnight snack and a breakfast out of this world. So come and join us for a fun time of telling stories, and renew our acquaintances with our friends. Why even the quilting ladies are welcome to come and spend the night!
The Pope cemetery is now in the computer age. See Junior Brooks and Marilyn (Holt) Marshall as they have the computer print outs and the books for the burial plots.
We have a boy scout from Ft. Smith area that is going to put in a walking path at the community building for his Eagle Scout badge.
Also we are getting some money from the quorum court thru our JP Delia Friddle, depending on the amount received is how much improvement can be made. Delia, thanks for the assistance.
All of the upcoming events, especially the BBQ and Homecoming, please make plans to attend.
We will be having an auction/pie supper for the community building on October 20, 2007 starting at 5:00 P.M. The reason for this auction/pie supper is we operate on donations only and we pay the insurance ($750 annually) and the monthly electrical and water bill. So we need some monies for this and for upkeep of the building. Come bring pies and any thing else for the auction and we will see who gets the jar of pickles for the ugliest man, so many selections and so little time. Come join the fun. One thing wives, I’m sorry, we will not auction your husband.
Hope to see ya'll at the upcoming events. I’ve been nudged, so long.
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Rocky Top 4-H Club News
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In February, the Rocky Top 4-H Club had adopted the Savannah Park Apartments in Mountainburg. The club members made valentine goodie sacks and delivered to the residents.
In Jan. & February all the members turned in Record Books. We had Cody Wise, Alexander Balandran, and Miranda Creel and Rowdy Nelson (From the Community) and we had Madison Shepherd, Dalton Hall, Jake & Rhiannon Gregory all win Medals for being COUNTY Winners. Also turning in Record Books were: Jacob Scribbner, Elijah Wilson, Jerrie & Jennie Bryant & Jessie Hall, Amanda & Aylissa NELSON (all from the community) & Lindsey Shepherd. Cody Wise was also a District Record Book Winner. They attended the County Achievement Banquet and received their ribbons & medals. Our club won in the County with our Promotional Book and we won Honor Club with our Club book. Our Promotional Book & Community books were sent to State for Judging. We won 3rd in the State with our Promotional Book and we won 1st in the State with our Community Book.
April 7th was our Club Sponsored Community Easter Egg Hunt @ the Community Building from 10:00 a.m. till ?
Our club is getting geared up for the American Cancer Relay. Last year the club raised $792.00 and our goal for this year is $1000.00. We have luminary sacks for sale for $5.00 in Memory or in Honor of. We are taking donations also. We will be having several baskets we are taking donations on to be given away the evening of the Cancer Relay which is June 15th. If you or if you know of someone who is a Survivor or currently taking treatments, please contact me and I will get you a letter inviting you to our Survivor Dinner and to the Survivors Lap at the Cancer Relay. Call me at 997-1401 and leave a message and I will get back to you.
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Young Love by Amber Watkins
Young Love - this article was written by Amber Watkins for her College English class.
Argil and Virginia Watkins have what it takes to endure all the difficulties that arise during marriage. Marriage at the age of fourteen is very uncommon in our society, but somehow this man and this woman grew together to persevere through the struggles of life. My grandparents are very proud of their history together and are overjoyed to be able to share their story.
It was only by chance that my grandparents actually met. Argil was the driver of one of Virginia’s dates. Neither can recall why he ended up driving Virginia and her date to the movies that night. They met again one Saturday night at the Mulberry movie theater. No one expects to fall in love at fourteen; however, Virginia is living proof that love can and does happen quickly. She was a freshman in high school and Argil was a nineteen-year old boy. They dated for almost a complete year before deciding to elope.
Argil and Virginia had to overcome many adversities even before they were married. On February 4, 1957, Virginia prepared for school as usual, however, she did not actually go. Argil picked her up in Mulberry, along with another couple, to make the sixty mile road trip to Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Their plan was delayed when they had to come back to Fort Smith to have a blood test taken before they could be married. The courthouse had already closed by the time all the blood tests were complete. Argil and Virginia knew that her parents would have the police looking for the two of them, however, they decided to spend the night in Sallisaw.
Early the next morning, they hid-out on an old dirt road until the courthouse opened to avoid the cops. On the morning of February 5, 1957, Argil and Virginia were married in the living room of a local preacher. Next came the most difficult part: going home to face the families.
Before driving home, Virginia called home and found out her father, Amond, was at the Van Buren Police Station filing a report. She called the police station and they persuaded Argil and Virginia to come in. Once they arrived at the sheriff’s office, Argil was thrown in jail for taking a minor across the state line! Luckily, they rehearsed their answers the night before. Virginia told the sheriff, “I voluntarily walked across the bridge.” At this point, Amond took Virginia home, where she received a good whipping.
Argil was in jail for three hours before the sheriff finally released him. Amond was determined to have the marriage annulled since she was simply too young for marriage. The following evening, Argil came to see Virginia and Amond decided to let them “try” married life.
Married life was more than either of them expected. They were both young and inexperienced in the ways of the world. Virginia adjusted easily to the physical duties of a wife as she had been cooking and cleaning for several years. However, Argil and Virginia quickly realized they were unprepared for the financial issues of life. Nothing came easy for the two, but they always made the best of what was available. Now, forty-six years, five children and six grandchildren later, they are able to look back on their life together and know they achieved the impossible.
They would never advise others to follow in their footsteps, however it will always be the appropriate decision for them. Argil and Virginia Watkins are firm believer in the motto, “Love conquers all.”
At the conclusion of my interview, I realized the only “secret” to marriage is a lifelong commitment of eternal love.
Argil and Virginia Watkins have what it takes to endure all the difficulties that arise during marriage. Marriage at the age of fourteen is very uncommon in our society, but somehow this man and this woman grew together to persevere through the struggles of life. My grandparents are very proud of their history together and are overjoyed to be able to share their story.
It was only by chance that my grandparents actually met. Argil was the driver of one of Virginia’s dates. Neither can recall why he ended up driving Virginia and her date to the movies that night. They met again one Saturday night at the Mulberry movie theater. No one expects to fall in love at fourteen; however, Virginia is living proof that love can and does happen quickly. She was a freshman in high school and Argil was a nineteen-year old boy. They dated for almost a complete year before deciding to elope.
Argil and Virginia had to overcome many adversities even before they were married. On February 4, 1957, Virginia prepared for school as usual, however, she did not actually go. Argil picked her up in Mulberry, along with another couple, to make the sixty mile road trip to Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Their plan was delayed when they had to come back to Fort Smith to have a blood test taken before they could be married. The courthouse had already closed by the time all the blood tests were complete. Argil and Virginia knew that her parents would have the police looking for the two of them, however, they decided to spend the night in Sallisaw.
Early the next morning, they hid-out on an old dirt road until the courthouse opened to avoid the cops. On the morning of February 5, 1957, Argil and Virginia were married in the living room of a local preacher. Next came the most difficult part: going home to face the families.
Before driving home, Virginia called home and found out her father, Amond, was at the Van Buren Police Station filing a report. She called the police station and they persuaded Argil and Virginia to come in. Once they arrived at the sheriff’s office, Argil was thrown in jail for taking a minor across the state line! Luckily, they rehearsed their answers the night before. Virginia told the sheriff, “I voluntarily walked across the bridge.” At this point, Amond took Virginia home, where she received a good whipping.
Argil was in jail for three hours before the sheriff finally released him. Amond was determined to have the marriage annulled since she was simply too young for marriage. The following evening, Argil came to see Virginia and Amond decided to let them “try” married life.
Married life was more than either of them expected. They were both young and inexperienced in the ways of the world. Virginia adjusted easily to the physical duties of a wife as she had been cooking and cleaning for several years. However, Argil and Virginia quickly realized they were unprepared for the financial issues of life. Nothing came easy for the two, but they always made the best of what was available. Now, forty-six years, five children and six grandchildren later, they are able to look back on their life together and know they achieved the impossible.
They would never advise others to follow in their footsteps, however it will always be the appropriate decision for them. Argil and Virginia Watkins are firm believer in the motto, “Love conquers all.”
At the conclusion of my interview, I realized the only “secret” to marriage is a lifelong commitment of eternal love.
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Remembering Daddy by Paul Easley
LIFE IN ARKANSAS 1966-1992 By Paul Easley
Daddy’s desire to live and minister in the Ozarks begin on Georgia Ridge near Dyer. One day he was carrying water from the spring and it dawned on him that this is what he had so long wanted--to live and raise his family in the country, to minister among the hill people and carry water from a spring. Then the scripture came to mind, “A man’s heart deviseth his way but the Lord directed his steps.” Proverbs 16:9. He was happy in his ministry.
(We have wondered why he had such a burning desire to live in the Ozarks. His granddad was born in the Ozarks and who knows what stories Granddad Easley might have told his little grandson Gordon of those hills and hollows in the Ozarks.)
As the door closed on Georgia Ridge, another one opened in the Turner Community. For many years we held services in the Old Turner School house. Then property was purchased and more years passed until the chapel of Daddy’s vision was finally built and dedicated!! Upon his retirement, he left an established church congregation, chapel and fellowship hall built and all debt-free.
Daddy’s love was unconditional, his passion for God and his word was complete and his sacrifice was total. He never seemed discouraged and he never complained about having to work to fulfill his ministry.
Daddy was faithful to God, his family and to others. God was faithful to Daddy as well. There were many years of financial sacrifices but God was still faithful.
Some of us call him Daddy, some call him Granddaddy while others call him Brother Easley but God calls him, “My good and faithful servant.”
Daddy is home now. He went to Heaven!
We want to follow him but we have an enemy, a roaring lion-the devil.
As God was faithful to daddy to help him, He will help us to be faithful too.
Brother Easley was a great man among men.
Daddy’s desire to live and minister in the Ozarks begin on Georgia Ridge near Dyer. One day he was carrying water from the spring and it dawned on him that this is what he had so long wanted--to live and raise his family in the country, to minister among the hill people and carry water from a spring. Then the scripture came to mind, “A man’s heart deviseth his way but the Lord directed his steps.” Proverbs 16:9. He was happy in his ministry.
(We have wondered why he had such a burning desire to live in the Ozarks. His granddad was born in the Ozarks and who knows what stories Granddad Easley might have told his little grandson Gordon of those hills and hollows in the Ozarks.)
As the door closed on Georgia Ridge, another one opened in the Turner Community. For many years we held services in the Old Turner School house. Then property was purchased and more years passed until the chapel of Daddy’s vision was finally built and dedicated!! Upon his retirement, he left an established church congregation, chapel and fellowship hall built and all debt-free.
Daddy’s love was unconditional, his passion for God and his word was complete and his sacrifice was total. He never seemed discouraged and he never complained about having to work to fulfill his ministry.
Daddy was faithful to God, his family and to others. God was faithful to Daddy as well. There were many years of financial sacrifices but God was still faithful.
Some of us call him Daddy, some call him Granddaddy while others call him Brother Easley but God calls him, “My good and faithful servant.”
Daddy is home now. He went to Heaven!
We want to follow him but we have an enemy, a roaring lion-the devil.
As God was faithful to daddy to help him, He will help us to be faithful too.
Brother Easley was a great man among men.
Saturday, February 3, 2007
From the Chairman’s Desk
I am amazed at the way different folks in our community are helping our neighbors. Having people in our community is what makes this area great.
One instance is that Kelly Deputy came around and tilled the neighbor’s gardens. Here’s to Kelly on being a good neighbor and incidentally he is also a volunteer fireman at our fire station. Thanks Kelly.
I’m wondering have you ever been loafing around in the area. Take your old vehicle and do some traveling in the byways of Crawford and surrounding counties and folks, you will see some areas which are awesome and some areas the nature will give you some scenes you will remember for a while. Just take a camera and sandwiches and drinks and spend the day, you’ll love it.
We have lost some people in our community; Ben Chorister, Rev. Gordon Easley and Jimmy Wilson. Our heart goes out to their families.
Every time I go to a funeral I realize just how short life is here on earth. I also think about me getting older, which I am but remember we all are.
March 31, 2007 we held a pie auction at the community building for the Mountainburg FFA Alumni. The alumni supports the Mountainburg on some of their endeavors. We had a blast with the FFA members and enjoyed some good eating. Some of the FFA students told the crowd on hand about what they were doing. Great job to our Agri Instructor Mr. Hall.
On May 12 2007 we are having an appreciation dinner for our volunteer firemen and their families. This will be only for those folks. It is just a small way to say thank you.
Well neighbors as you can see we are having lots of events and we would like for you to be involved.
Seeing yall later,
Richard
One instance is that Kelly Deputy came around and tilled the neighbor’s gardens. Here’s to Kelly on being a good neighbor and incidentally he is also a volunteer fireman at our fire station. Thanks Kelly.
I’m wondering have you ever been loafing around in the area. Take your old vehicle and do some traveling in the byways of Crawford and surrounding counties and folks, you will see some areas which are awesome and some areas the nature will give you some scenes you will remember for a while. Just take a camera and sandwiches and drinks and spend the day, you’ll love it.
We have lost some people in our community; Ben Chorister, Rev. Gordon Easley and Jimmy Wilson. Our heart goes out to their families.
Every time I go to a funeral I realize just how short life is here on earth. I also think about me getting older, which I am but remember we all are.
March 31, 2007 we held a pie auction at the community building for the Mountainburg FFA Alumni. The alumni supports the Mountainburg on some of their endeavors. We had a blast with the FFA members and enjoyed some good eating. Some of the FFA students told the crowd on hand about what they were doing. Great job to our Agri Instructor Mr. Hall.
On May 12 2007 we are having an appreciation dinner for our volunteer firemen and their families. This will be only for those folks. It is just a small way to say thank you.
Well neighbors as you can see we are having lots of events and we would like for you to be involved.
Seeing yall later,
Richard
Obituary - Gordon Wilson Easley
Gordon Wilson Easley, 91 of Mulberry died Sunday, January 28, 2007 in Alma, AR. He was born September 27, 1915 in Eldorado, OK to the late Frank Moss and Melissa Kathryn Luker Easley. He was married in 1936 to Ernesteen Frances Shumaker. He was a minister for over 40 years.
He is Survived by five daughters: Donne Pirtle and Pallie Sue Ezell both of Mulberry, Linda Mason of Van Buren, Ester Easley of Hobe Sound, Florida, Rachel Going of Greenfield, Indiana; and five sons Carlton Easley of Oregon, Illinois, Keith Easley of Bethleham, Pennsylvania, Ray Easley of Jackson, Mississippi, Paul Easley of Frankfort, Indiana, and David Easley of Bradleyville, Missouri; a brother, Lawton Easley of Van Horne, Texas; 26 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernesteen Frances Easley, and two sisters, Thelma Shumaker and Kathryn Freeman.
He is Survived by five daughters: Donne Pirtle and Pallie Sue Ezell both of Mulberry, Linda Mason of Van Buren, Ester Easley of Hobe Sound, Florida, Rachel Going of Greenfield, Indiana; and five sons Carlton Easley of Oregon, Illinois, Keith Easley of Bethleham, Pennsylvania, Ray Easley of Jackson, Mississippi, Paul Easley of Frankfort, Indiana, and David Easley of Bradleyville, Missouri; a brother, Lawton Easley of Van Horne, Texas; 26 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernesteen Frances Easley, and two sisters, Thelma Shumaker and Kathryn Freeman.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
Another Community Christmas!
Congratulations Turner Community! You have celebrated another Christmas gathering with our special guest of dear ole Santa Claus one more time. And we’re again grateful to Luann Wise and her group for a wonderful Christmas play.
This event would not have been possible without your participation at the previous pie auction fund raiser. So thanks to you all, you know who you are, for bringing in the delicious desserts. And another special thanks to those who then stayed and bought them. Without these generous donators and purchasers, the Christmas bags would not have been given away.
We had a total of 35 pies and cakes in the auction. The famous Carrot Cake made by Sondra Carson brought in top money this year at $40.00. Max Donnohue was the lucky man that took it home. I’m sure he and his family enjoyed it tremendously. My grandson, Brian, was getting worried that a pumpkin pie was not going to show up, but thank goodness one did. I let him bid, (with grandma’s money), and was relieved when he finally got it for $25.00. I think Richard knew who was paying and set me up for that one!
Several pies were shared afterwards while Arlene Riggs conducted her annual cake walk. She had a steady crowd walking the circle trying to win one of the many cakes donated for this event. I think all who stayed had a great time eating all that pie, what could be better?
Cute little Mason Anstine won our prettiest girl contest. She had no trouble at all getting donations on her behalf and received a beautiful cake. But we had an excitement in the crowd trying to determine the ugliest man, and after several donations for the “other contestant” Fred Peters finally lost and took the jar of pickles home. Joe Fuller had just a few more dollars in his pocket to keep Fred in the lead.
When all was said and done, we had collected just over $750.00! We had 44 families represented with 125 members to receive Christmas Bags. Of course extras are always made for sharing, that’s what it’s all about. Approximately 150 bags were distributed.
Hope you enjoyed the goodies.
Several thank-yous need to be given: Shirley Donnohue and Beverly Patterson also served on the committee for this event. Shirley donated a wonderful gift basket for a door prize at the auction. Jeanette Gibbs and Sharon Mirus coordinated refreshments at both events. Our sacking party would have taken much longer if Don Wilkinson, Jeanette Gibbs, Richard Mirus, and Wesley Riggs had not assisted. Several vendors gave us discount pricing and even contributed product. I’m grateful for Sutherlands, Price Cutter, CV’s, and Wal-mart. I also want to especially thank Mountainburg First Assembly for the donations of several food items for this project.
This is a community event that has stood the test of time. Most of us don’t know how long this has actually been celebrated. As long as we have enough people who are willing to give of themselves, it can continue. When the next pie auction comes around, bake something, bring it to the auction, and stick around. We need people willing to buy a pie. The auction proceeds are our only source of funding. The fellowship afterwards is always a lot of fun.
If you have any ideas, feel free to share, and we’re always looking for volunteers to help in any way they can.
Thanks again…Linda Wilkinson
This event would not have been possible without your participation at the previous pie auction fund raiser. So thanks to you all, you know who you are, for bringing in the delicious desserts. And another special thanks to those who then stayed and bought them. Without these generous donators and purchasers, the Christmas bags would not have been given away.
We had a total of 35 pies and cakes in the auction. The famous Carrot Cake made by Sondra Carson brought in top money this year at $40.00. Max Donnohue was the lucky man that took it home. I’m sure he and his family enjoyed it tremendously. My grandson, Brian, was getting worried that a pumpkin pie was not going to show up, but thank goodness one did. I let him bid, (with grandma’s money), and was relieved when he finally got it for $25.00. I think Richard knew who was paying and set me up for that one!
Several pies were shared afterwards while Arlene Riggs conducted her annual cake walk. She had a steady crowd walking the circle trying to win one of the many cakes donated for this event. I think all who stayed had a great time eating all that pie, what could be better?
Cute little Mason Anstine won our prettiest girl contest. She had no trouble at all getting donations on her behalf and received a beautiful cake. But we had an excitement in the crowd trying to determine the ugliest man, and after several donations for the “other contestant” Fred Peters finally lost and took the jar of pickles home. Joe Fuller had just a few more dollars in his pocket to keep Fred in the lead.
When all was said and done, we had collected just over $750.00! We had 44 families represented with 125 members to receive Christmas Bags. Of course extras are always made for sharing, that’s what it’s all about. Approximately 150 bags were distributed.
Hope you enjoyed the goodies.
Several thank-yous need to be given: Shirley Donnohue and Beverly Patterson also served on the committee for this event. Shirley donated a wonderful gift basket for a door prize at the auction. Jeanette Gibbs and Sharon Mirus coordinated refreshments at both events. Our sacking party would have taken much longer if Don Wilkinson, Jeanette Gibbs, Richard Mirus, and Wesley Riggs had not assisted. Several vendors gave us discount pricing and even contributed product. I’m grateful for Sutherlands, Price Cutter, CV’s, and Wal-mart. I also want to especially thank Mountainburg First Assembly for the donations of several food items for this project.
This is a community event that has stood the test of time. Most of us don’t know how long this has actually been celebrated. As long as we have enough people who are willing to give of themselves, it can continue. When the next pie auction comes around, bake something, bring it to the auction, and stick around. We need people willing to buy a pie. The auction proceeds are our only source of funding. The fellowship afterwards is always a lot of fun.
If you have any ideas, feel free to share, and we’re always looking for volunteers to help in any way they can.
Thanks again…Linda Wilkinson
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